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Dumbbell Kneeling Fire Hydrant

The Dumbbell Kneeling Fire Hydrant is a glute and hip-targeting exercise enhancing strength, hip mobility, and stability by lifting the knee sideways with straight elbows.

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Dumbbell Kneeling Fire Hydrant instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Get on all fours on a mat or soft floor with a dumbbell lodged behind one knee.

2

Maintain a flat back and square shoulders with the floor.

3

Raise your dumbbell-laden knee outwards, away from your body, while keeping it bent.

4

Avoid leaning into the opposite hip as you raise your knee.

5

Lower your leg back to the initial position and repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Get on all fours on a mat or soft floor with a dumbbell lodged behind one knee.

Maintain a flat back and square shoulders with the floor.

Raise your dumbbell-laden knee outwards, away from your body, while keeping it bent.

Avoid leaning into the opposite hip as you raise your knee.

Lower your leg back to the initial position and repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

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