Fire Hydrant

A bodyweight exercise for the gluteus medius.

  • Glutes
  • Bodyweight

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Muscles worked

MainGluteus medius
AlsoGluteus maximus

Setup

Hands under shoulders, knees under hips; a mini band above the knees adds load.

How to do it well

  • On hands and knees, lift one knee out to the side
  • Keep the hips square and the back flat
  • Lower under control

Common mistakes

  • Tilting the torso to lift higher
  • Arching the lower back

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.