Banded Clamshell

A glute activation exercise that targets the glute medius to improve hip stability and control.

How to Do It

• Lie on your side with knees bent and feet stacked.
• Place a resistance band just above your knees.
• Keep your hips stacked and core lightly engaged.
• Lift your top knee while keeping your feet together.
• Pause briefly at the top.
• Lower your knee back down with control.

Key Cues

• Keep your hips stacked and avoid rolling back.
• Move slowly and stay controlled.
• Focus on the side glute working.

Common Mistakes

• Rotating the hips backward.
• Opening too wide and losing control.
• Letting the feet separate.