Resistance Band Hip Strengthening
Builds hip and glute strength in every direction with a band.
What it helps
Strengthens the hip in every direction with a band, building the all-around support that keeps the joint stable as you move.
How to do it
- Loop a band around your legs (above the knees or ankles).
- Perform side steps, hip abductions, or extensions against the band.
- Control the movement out and back.
Tips
- Keep your core braced and trunk steady.
- Increase band resistance gradually.
Commonly done as 2 sets of 10–15, 3–4 times a week.
Where this appears in recovery
Resistance Band Hip Strengthening is part of 29 recovery programs, most often at the return to normal (weeks 6–26), strength & function (weeks 6–12) and strengthen (weeks 8–12) stages, among others. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:
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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.