How to perform Clamshell (Bodyweight)

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Clamshell (Bodyweight)

Also known as: Clamshell (Bodyweight).

Side lying hip abduction

How to perform this exercise

Lie on one side with both knees bent, feet together and pelvis stacked.
Open the upper knee while keeping the feet touching; stop before the pelvis rolls backward.
Close the knee slowly and repeat, then change sides.

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