Beginner exercise
Mini-Band Fire Hydrant
Also called Banded Fire Hydrant
Technique
How to perform Mini-Band Fire Hydrant
- Place a mini loop band above the knees and begin on hands and knees.
- Brace the trunk and keep the pelvis square to the floor.
- Lift one bent knee out to the side against the band without rotating the torso.
- Pause briefly, then return the knee under control.
- Complete the set on one side before switching.
Programming relevance
Muscles involved
Primary targets: Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus.
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