Strengthening exercises tensor fascia lata

Well, considering that the tensor fascia latae (TFL) is involved in abduction and internal rotation of the thigh, a good exercise in this case would be one where the exerciser is lying on their side on the floor/mat. While the exercise is in this position they should position the legs, both stacked on top of one another, at a 135/135 angle. Meaning that they should flex the hip towards the chest 45 degrees, that is, if you consider a straight line through the pelvis being 180 degrees. The knee now needs to be flexed 45 degrees also, that is, bringing it back towards the buttocks from a straight, 180 degrees, futhermore leaving it bent at a 135 degree angle. With the body assumed in this position, the exerciser will have be able to lift the top lying leg up off the lower leg, abducting at the thigh, while simultaneously externally rotating at the hip. Perform this action slowly until the hip joing doesn't permit further movement, pause at this point, then return back down rest the leg in the same position as when you initatially began the exercise. Repeat this motion as many times as desired, then flip the body completely over onto the other side to exercise the opposite TFL. To add a little more resistance, a thera band can be placed around the shins. Thera bands look like a huge rubber band. You can probably find other companies that manufacture such a device, other than Thera band. It would be best to seek out a personal trainer to assist you with performing this exercise, however, if you are ambitious and don't have any prior contraindicating injuries assoicated with the hip joint than give it a try first with out the Thera band first. If you experience pain while performing this action than cease the motion and consult a professional in the field to assist. Good luck and be safe! David Sutton sutton_d@Yahoo.com