Video: Take 5 to work your hips and back

Take 5 to work your hips and back

Hip hinge

Stretch, strengthen and release in one simple move.

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  1. Engage your core and hinge forward at the hips, arms relaxed.
  2. Squeeze your glutes as you stand.
  3. Maintain a neutral spine as you hinge forward and return to stance.
  4. Repeat 10 times for up to 3 sets.

Expert tips from the Wellness Physical Therapists at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.