There are over 20 muscles that cross the hip.The abductors (in the outside thigh), hip flexors (in the front), and adductors (in the inner thigh) are just a few of these muscles  but they’re typically overlooked in strength training programmes.

The hip abductors

When we step out of a car or hop to the side, we use these muscles to move our leg away from the midline of the body.
We can lessen knee valgus (which causes a ‘knock-kneed’ appearance), improve our balance and sporting performance, and prevent unpleasant ailments like patellofemoral pain syndrome and iliotibial band syndrome by training these muscles.

The hip flexors

These muscles are crucial for important parts of motion, such as our capacity to kick, bend, and run, because they are placed near the front of the hip.
They might get tight and produce discomfort or pain if we sit for long periods of time.
Working on our hip flexors is just as important as stretching our thigh and chest muscles before a workout.

The hip adductors

These muscles help your quadriceps and buttocks move by acting as ‘assistants.’
Although they rarely function on their own, they frequently require strengthening during injury rehabilitation, and this can assist promote stability and prevent painful groyne injuries.

Neglecting hips can have major consequences, affecting everything from our ability to bend forward to overuse of the spine.

We can avoid pain and injury, increase motion and circulation, and release energy by stretching and strengthening our hips.
These are only a few of the reasons why we should include hip exercises in our regular workouts.