Why Is Hip Hinging Important?

The movement of the hip hinge involves keeping your shins perpendicular to the ground, bending over by swinging at the hips, and keeping your spine aligned. Doing this maximises the level of strength coming from your spine, and prevents it from being placed under too much stress.

What is the purpose of the hip hinge?

The hip hinge is essentially limiting the movement potential of the entire system to having all flexion and extension driven from the hip joint. The goal is to have the spine stay neutral throughout the entire movement.

What is hip hinging?

The hip hinge is an important movement pattern for everyday life and athletics. The movement is similar to “bowing” or bending at the hips while maintaining a flat spine. The movement occurs at your hips and loads your gluteus maximus and hamstrings.