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Clam Shell

Calisthenics / Pilates / Beginner

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clam shell is a calisthenics and pilates exercise that primarily targets the outer thighs and to a lesser degree also targets the hip flexors and glutes ...more

clam shell is a calisthenics and pilates exercise that primarily targets the outer thighs and to a lesser degree also targets the hip flexors and glutes.

Learning proper clam shell form is easy with the step by step clam shell instructions, clam shell tips, and the instructional clam shell technique video on this page. clam shell is a exercise for those with a beginner level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the clam shell video, learn how to do the clam shell, and then be sure and browse through the clam shell workouts on our workout plans page!

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Tips

  1. To increase the difficulty don't bend at the waist.
  2. Leg movements should be slow and smooth, not jerky and fast.
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Variations

  1. Band Clam Shell
  2. Seated Band Abduction
  3. Resistance Band Lying Hip Abduction

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Isolation

1 Review

  • beth
    about 12 years ago
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    love it.

Featured Plans

Tips

  1. To increase the difficulty don't bend at the waist.
  2. Leg movements should be slow and smooth, not jerky and fast.
  3. .

Variations

  1. Band Clam Shell
  2. Seated Band Abduction
  3. Resistance Band Lying Hip Abduction

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Isolation