Clam - Bodyweight

Preparation
Lay on your right side with both legs bent. Place your left hand lightly on the floor in front of you to keep your hips vertically stacked.
Execution
Pull your abs towards your back then rotate your thigh towards the ceiling. Keep your hips still and return your knee to starting position.
Equipment notes
None
Primary body parts
Glutes Hips
Muscle groups
Gluteus medius, Tensor fasciae latae
TIP: Roll a towel and place it under your head and neck for support instead of taking your arm overhead if you have a shoulder or neck injury or if it is uncomfortable.

Standing Hip Abduction
Do this on your toes for more challenge, or try doing it without holding on to anything.
Kneeling Hip Abduction
You can do this on a Bosu for extra challenge. Use a Bosu under your supporting knee and prop your hands on a step or another Bosu if possible.
Hip Abduction
This is a subtle exercise to strengthen your abductors that you can do anywhere you can lay down.

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