Beginner exercise
Mini-Band Clamshell
Also called Banded Clamshell
Technique
How to perform Mini-Band Clamshell
- Place a mini loop band above the knees and lie on one side with hips and knees bent.
- Stack the feet and hips, support the head, and keep the pelvis still.
- Keep the feet together as you lift the top knee against the band without rolling backward.
- Pause at the top, then lower the knee under control.
- Complete the prescribed repetitions and switch sides.
Programming relevance
Muscles involved
Primary targets: Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus.
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