Exercise the lower body and core muscles by performing a hip extension on a Swiss ball, making sure to maintain a strong contraction in the gluteal muscles while lifting. Repeat hip extension exercises two to three times a week to improve functional strength with tips from a fitness trainer in this exercise video.
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- Exercise can be performed on a Swiss ball or bench
- Exercise for the core and the lower body
- Maintain a strong contraction in the gluteals while lifting
- Repeat exercise 2-3 times a week
- Core and back strength are essential part of functional strength
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Milenna Saraiva is a former gymnast for the Brazil national team. Mimi moved to Los Angeles 10 years ago and is now a certified and licensed personal trainer and a trainer for iTRAIN.com. iTRAIN provides more than 275 workouts in its library ranging from treadmill to elliptical, cycling, strength training, and many more.
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