Which is the first exercise listed in the Hip Stability Drill?

• A. Medial Leg Raise
• B. Bent-Leg Lateral Raise
• C. Lateral Leg Raise
• D. Single-Leg Over

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is understanding the order of movements in the Hip Stability Drill and why a particular movement appears first. The first exercise is the Lateral Leg Raise. It isolates the hip abductors, especially the gluteus medius, by lifting the leg out to the side while keeping the pelvis level. This gives you a clean activation of hip stability with minimal demands on the knee or torso, which helps you establish proper form and control before adding complexity.

The other options shift the emphasis or increase difficulty, which is why they aren’t placed first. Medial Leg Raise targets the inner thigh and adduction rather than the primary hip abduction pattern. Bent-Leg Lateral Raise changes leverage by bending the knee, engaging different muscles and making the movement harder. Single-Leg Over adds balance and a crossing motion, a more advanced step that’s better saved for after you’ve built a stable foundation.