Band exercise library · Glutes
Resistance Band Clamshell
Explore resistance band clamshell from Band’s exercise library, with the app’s movement demonstration, instructions, and target muscles.
From the Band app
Resistance Band Clamshell
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Equipment and muscles
A short loop worn around the thighs, as shown in this exercise. No door anchor used in this demonstration.
- Primary muscles
- Outer thighs, glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hips, thighs
Instructions from the app
- Lie on your side with your knees slightly bent, one leg on top of the other, and place a resistance band around both thighs.
- Keep your feet together and lift your top knee.
- Lower your knee back to the initial position, repeat, and then switch sides.
Keep your upper body stable and relaxed, maintain your spine neutral and tighten the core. Exhale as you rotate your upper hip and lift the knee. Inhale as you lower your leg back to the starting position.
These demonstrations explain the app’s exercises; they are not an individual training prescription. Use your equipment manufacturer’s instructions and seek qualified guidance if you are unsure of the movement.