How to Do Resistance Band Clam

Resistance Band Clam is a glutes exercise using resistance band, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Glutes

Equipment

Resistance band

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Resistance Band Clam

  1. 01Place a resistance band just above the knees and lie on your side with hips stacked at 45 degrees.
  2. 02Bend the knees to 90 degrees and rest the head on the bottom arm.
  3. 03Lift the top knee as high as possible while keeping the feet together and the hips facing forward.
  4. 04Pause for a second at the top of the movement to maximize gluteal activation.
  5. 05Lower the knee back to the starting position under tension from the band.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Clam

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Glutes Extends the hip, your main power generator.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the feet touching and ensure the pelvis does not roll backward as the top knee opens toward the ceiling.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Clam questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Clam work?

Resistance Band Clam is catalogued as a glutes exercise in A90 Training Club, with the glutes as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Resistance Band Clam correctly?

Place a resistance band just above the knees and lie on your side with hips stacked at 45 degrees. Bend the knees to 90 degrees and rest the head on the bottom arm. Lift the top knee as high as possible while keeping the feet together and the hips facing forward. Pause for a second at the top of the movement to maximize gluteal activation. Lower the knee back to the starting position under tension from the band.

What is the A90 coach tip for Resistance Band Clam?

Keep the feet touching and ensure the pelvis does not roll backward as the top knee opens toward the ceiling.

Is Resistance Band Clam suitable for beginners?

Resistance Band Clam is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Resistance Band Clam?

Resistance Band Clam uses resistance band.

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