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TWStrengthen Your Hip Flexors
This is, hands down, one of my absolute TOP 5 exercises for addressing issues like prolonged sitting, lower back pain, anterior pelvic tilt, and improving hip flexion - it’s the reverse squat!
Not only does having strong hip flexors/psoas help you overcome common problems like the harsh effects of sitting and lower back pain, but these muscles are also essential for seeing some really quality results in the gym.
The concept is simple: attach a load via a band or a cable and simply tuck your knees into your chest. It gets its name because you are trying to pull yourself into that squat position, as opposed to letting gravity get you there in the usual way.
Simply spending time working on these muscles will ultimately help you loosen up your back and allow you to move more freely throughout the day.
I also think it’s worth noting that you should experiment with both heavy loads and reduced reps (like 5-8), as well as lighter loads and much higher volume (say 100 reps).
You will definitely see a difference in your squat mechanics and posture, even after just a few sets of doing this!
Honestly, save this post; it’s really worth incorporating into your routine!
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