We had someone reach out about how to perform a clam or clamshell exercise so here you go!! 🎉 Truthfully, we don't prescribe or perform this exercise very often at OPAL because it's often performed incorrectly and there are other exercises we like better for targeting glute medius. That being said, to perform a clamshell correctly you have to master moving the hip without moving the low back (aka Movement Principle #4) and we are all about that. To perform a clamshell, lay on your side with you

The clamshell exercise is a staple of any rehab program that calls for glute activation moves. But honestly, it’s slightly overrated. And so often done INCORRECTLY. That’s why I wanted to share with you one of my favorite Glute Medius Activation Moves to do instead and 3 key cues to help you dial in your clam form if you decide to use that rehab moves as well. Subscribe for more workout and nutrition tips: youtube.com/@redefiningstrengthoc | Redefining Strength

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The side plank clamshell is one of my favorite exercises to use during my warm up. Whenever you squat we want the hips, knees and ankles all in an unwavering alignment. This allows us to produce efficient force and power for lifting big weight and decrease injury risk.👍🏼 . One of the reasons technique faults like hip shifts or knee cave occur is due to imbalances in strength and stability – and the weak link is often at the hips. If we zoom into your lateral hip we find a muscle called the glu