PURPOSE
The Single-Leg Out Hip Raise Push-Up is the tenth exercise in Running Drill 2.
This exercise is an advanced challenge for the hip flexor and extensor muscles.
The figure above breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
STARTING POSITION
The starting position is the Front Leaning Rest position with the left foot 8–12 inches off the ground and held out to the side, or abducted.
COUNT
● From the starting position, with elbows remaining fully extended, lower the hips toward the ground before quickly moving them back up and into the flex position.
● Switch support to the left foot, abducting and lifting the right foot 8–12 inches from the ground.
● From the flex position, lower the hips toward the ground before quickly moving them back up to the flex position.
● The elevated foot remains off the ground throughout the exercise.
REPETITIONS
● Continue switching support 5–10 times before moving into the starting position.
Move to the Straddle Stance position before running a short distance or 3–5 seconds.