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Band Seated Hip Internal Rotation

The band seated hip internal rotation is a band exercise that targets the glutes, with the hamstrings and quadriceps assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band seated hip internal rotation
Band Seated Hip Internal Rotation — demonstration
Target muscle
Glutes
Also works
Hamstrings, quadriceps
Equipment
Band
Body part
Upper legs

How to do the band seated hip internal rotation

  1. Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Place a resistance band around your thighs, just above your knees.
  3. Keep your knees bent at a 90-degree angle and your feet shoulder-width apart.
  4. Engage your glutes and slowly rotate your knees outward, pushing against the resistance of the band.
  5. Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the glutes. The hamstrings and quadriceps work as secondary muscles. See all glute exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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