Reverse Clamshell
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff from Elite Performance Institute demonstrates the Reverse Clamshell—the “forgotten” side-lying glute move that hits the posterior glute medius & hip external rotators like nothing else.
🔥 Benefits of Reverse Clamshell:
- ✅ Strong emphasis on posterior glute medius & deep hip rotators
- ✅ Hand-on-glute feedback = instant confirmation of correct muscle work
- ✅ Knees stay together while top foot pivots upward
- ✅ Highly customizable—tweak knee angle until you feel it in the right spot
- ✅ Progress with band, ankle weight, or top-leg lift
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Reverse Clamshell (Hand-on-Glute Version)
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Floor/mat
✔ Optional: mini band above knees or ankle weight
📅 When to Use This:
Perfect warm-up, finisher, or rehab drill when you want targeted posterior glute medius & hip rotator work.
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