Leg and Knee Exercises: Hip Pulls
This exercise helps build strong, balanced leg muscles. Make sure to adjust exercise bands as advised by your physical therapist. To do the exercise:
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Stand with 1 leg about 1 foot away from a wall. The ankle of your other leg should be attached to a pulley or rubber tubing. Put that leg 1 step behind.
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Pull your attached foot forward. Keep your knees straight but not locked. (Point your toe straight forward unless told otherwise by your therapist.)
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Return your leg slowly and steadily to the starting position. Do this as many times as advised by your physical therapist.
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Repeat the steps with your other leg.
Note: To prevent injury, always warm up and stretch before your strength exercises. Stop any exercise that causes pain. Discuss it with your physical therapist or healthcare provider.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Bellendir, Trina, MSPT, CLT
Online Medical Reviewer:
Joseph, Thomas N., MD
Date Last Reviewed:
3/1/2018
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