Hip extension is a vital movement function that everyone should be able to perform.

When we lack genuine hip extension the body will often compensate, and structures like the lower back or knee will perform the movement instead.

This is a common movement fault in hip hinge exercises like the deadlift.

If the knee extends too early, the hip cant extend properly, and force will travel to muscles not meant for that movement.

This can lead to compensatory tension or injury and pain.

To get a complete understanding of this movement fault, with corrective exercises to improve genuine hip extension, watch the video below.

For a more condensed explanation of this common dysfunction, watch the latest episode of the Resilient Rehab Podcast!

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