Clamshell Exercise
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff from Elite Performance Institute demonstrates the classic Banded Clamshell exercise with a major focus on keeping the pelvis completely still—no hip rotation allowed.
🔥 Benefits of Banded Clamshell (No-Rotation Focus):
- ✅ Strong emphasis on glute medius & minimus
- ✅ Forces pure hip external rotation without pelvic movement
- ✅ Hand-on-hip cue gives instant feedback if you’re cheating
- ✅ Simple yet highly effective hip-strengthening drill
- ✅ Easy to regress/progress with band strength or no band
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Banded Clamshell (Anti-Rotation Emphasis)
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Mini band around knees (optional: no band for regression)
✔ Side-lying position with knees bent and hips stacked
📅 When to Use This:
Perfect for warm-ups, hip-focused sessions, or programs targeting glute medius strength and pelvic stability.
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