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Hip hinge

VeryWellFit: "The hip hinge is an exercise designed to primarily target the posterior chain, otherwise known as your backside. The muscles that make up the posterior chain include the glutes, hamstrings, and low back. This exercise also relies on your core or abdominal muscles to assist in the movement." [ID: hip_hinge]

Instructions

First time: Do 10 reps, at a slow pace

Steps:

1. Start position: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and with a strong core and posture.
2. Shift weight to your heels and push your hips back while you hinge forward at the hips. Think about sticking your butt out behind you.
3. Lower your torso until it's midway between vertical and parallel to the floor.
4. Reverse the movement by contracting your glutes and pushing your hips forward to return to the start position.

VeryWellFit: "When you hinge at the hips, your spine stays neutral and the bend occurs right at your hips."

Details

Hip hinge is used to complete a Deadlift exercise, deadlift.htm

Little help

Video: demo of the Hip hinge exercise, www.youtube.com/watch?v=sinpFajtRPw

Article: "How to Do a Hip Hinge" by VeryWellFit, www.verywellfit.com/how-to-do-a-hip-hinge-4685934

Image source: Mayo Clinic, youtube link