Fire Hydrant
A fire hydrant is a quadruped exercise that moves one thigh outward while the trunk and other limbs support the body.
Definition
Hip abduction is prominent, but pelvis and trunk position, range and resistance alter the movement and muscle contribution. It does not isolate one gluteal muscle.
ACSM · resistance-training position stand
Evidence and use
Use a controllable range and resistance. No fixed angle or repetition target fits everyone, and the exercise does not guarantee activation, posture correction or prevention of hip, knee or back injury.
ACSM · resistance-training position stand
Activate your hip stabilizers before every HYROX® session with Repz.
FAQ
What does this term mean?
It has the bounded meaning described above; it does not establish the removed guarantees.
ACSM · resistance-training position stand
How should it be used in training?
Apply it according to the specific task, goal, current capacity and response rather than a universal prescription.
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