Monster Walk
hip glute exercises Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus
Band-resisted lateral walk to strengthen hip abductors in a loaded stance.
Execution
- Band around knees or ankles
- Partial squat, step laterally/diagonally
- Keep knees out and resist valgus
- 3 sets x 10 steps each direction
Cues
- Knees out
- Constant band tension
- Controlled steps
Common Errors
- Knee collapse
- Losing squat position
- Steps too large
Progressions
- Band at knees -> Ankles -> More tension -> More depth
Related Patterns
- knee valgus
- lateral pelvic tilt
- gluteal amnesia