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Crab Walks

CRAB WALKS

This is a banded exercise that is used to strengthen the hip abductors. Wrap a mini band around the knees and around the feet and simultaneously step to the side as you squat down. Continue in each direction for 4-5 steps before walking back to the other direction.

Muscles Involved:

  • Gluteus Minimus, Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Maximus

  • Tensor Fascia Latae

  • Quadriceps

Related Conditions:

  • Greater Trochanter Bursitis

  • Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

  • Glute Amnesia

  • Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

  • ITB Syndrome

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