Muscles used in this exercise

The iliacus, which is the muscle that runs the front of your hip.

Purpose

This exercise aims to improve hip stability and treat groin pain. The iliacus muscle stabilizes the front of your hip or groin area.

To do this exercise

• Feel the groin area and use this mental cue to help you activate this deep muscle correctly.

• Concentrate on the image of "Drawing your knees to your hips".

• You may feel a slight hallowing of the groin area as the ball and socket joint stabilizes.