Single Leg Cross Body Good Morning Hip Dip Fix
Cross-body single-leg hinge that strengthens the posterior chain and improves hip control.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: hamstrings & glutes. Secondary: hips, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| Type | Strength · Hinge |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 8-10 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~28 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand on one leg.
- Hinge at the hips while reaching the opposite hand across the body.
- Keep the back flat and hips as square as possible.
- Drive through the standing leg to return to upright.
- Complete reps then switch sides.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Cross-body single-leg hinge that strengthens the posterior chain and improves hip control.
Common mistakes
Avoid rotating the hips excessively or rounding the spine.
Make it harder
Add light weight or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Perform a standard single-leg good morning.
Breathing
Inhale as you hinge, exhale as you return.
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