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This Short Routine Will Teach You How To Use Your Hips Properly

Get stronger and more functional with these intuitive tools!

David Liira, Kin.
6 min readMar 24, 2025
Photo by LOGAN WEAVER | @LGNWVR on Unsplash

Mastering hip mobility will open up the door to increased strength and fewer injuries. It’s that simple. Learning how to isolate movements at the hips is a skill that everyone can develop, but few have the correct tools to maximize this element of training. Today I want to break down three simple solutions that can help you become more confident and competent at moving your hip girdle in every range of motion it’s capable of.

Focusing on hip mechanics can help you derive more power and strength from your glutes and hamstrings. This will spare the lumber erectors from doing heavy lifting or the lumbar facet joints from ‘jamming’ and getting sore. Whether you’re looking to get rid of everyday aches and pains, or you want to elevate your athletic performance, keep on reading!

Learn the Secrets to Proper Hip Use in Minutes

As you dive into the exercises, please keep in mind that there are always risks associated with trying new movements. If you have any severe balance challenges, injuries, or chronic conditions that may put you in danger during physical activity, talk to a trusted health provider before getting started. Please do your…

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David Liira, Kin.
David Liira, Kin.

Written by David Liira, Kin.

Kinesiologist. Writing on health and the human condition. Clap and I clap back. https://www.davidliirakin.com

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