05/04/2026
Part 1: The hip hinge
Before we teach someone to deadlift, swing a kettlebell, or pick something up from the floor, we start here:
The hip hinge.
Why?
Because most people have spent years bending from their back instead of moving from their hips.
And for older adults, that matters.
A good hinge helps you pick things up with more control, build strength through your hips and hamstrings, protect your back, and feel more confident with everyday movements like groceries, gardening, luggage, and getting things off the floor.
At Project Strong, we don’t rush this.
We start with the basics:
Stand about one foot length away from a wall.
Feet grounded.
Chest up.
Back flat.
Arms and legs long.
Shift your hips back toward the wall.
Let your bottom touch the wall.
Slide your hands down your thighs to the tops of your knees.
Then stand up tall.
It might look simple, but simple does not mean easy.
This is one of the first patterns we teach because it shows us how you move, where you feel unsure, and what your body needs next.
Strength after 55 is not about forcing your way through exercises.
It’s about learning the right patterns, building confidence, and progressing safely.
That’s how we help you get stronger for the life you actually live.
Part 2 coming next: how we coach the hinge inside Project Strong.
Save this one and try the wall version before your next workout. It makes a great warm-up!
