Seated core and hip hold
Written By Nicole Ng
Muscles used in this exercise
Core muscles, abdominal muscles, hip flexor muscles (Iliacus and Psoas), and pelvic floor muscles.
Purpose
This is a higher grade strengthening of your core and abdominal. It helps to rehabilitate hip flexor injuries, hip instability, and pelvic issues.
To do this exercise
Sitting on the ball in neutral spine, lean back so that you are extending through your hips.
Keep a neutral spine as you lean back.
Try and rotate through your thoracic spine while keeping your lower back stable.
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Nicole Ng
Nicole specialises in pain management, treating all ages—from post-surgery athletes to children developing motor skills and older adults improving mobility. She speaks English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.