3 Drills to Reconnect Your Feet and Hips

Strong feet need strong hips. In this class, Jim walks you through three progressive drills that train the foot and hip connection, helping you build stability, control, and real movement capacity from the ground up. Whether you're working through foot issues, building lower body function, or simply want to move better, this routine meets you where you are and gives you clear progressions to grow with. What we cover: Hip torque: how hip rotation directly influences foot position Rotation taps and east-west reach for single-leg control Hip hinge progressions to load the posterior chain with your feet switched on Split squat variations to train big toe and hip extension together Start with the variation that suits your level. Listen to your body. Build gradually. 🦶 Ready to take the next step? Here's where to start: 🔧 Get the tools - Our SoleMate Kit and training tools are designed to make foot and balance training simple and effective. 👉 https://thefootcollective.com/collect... 📋 Follow a program - The Foot Restoration Program is a step-by-step online program to help you rebuild your foot function from the ground up. 👉 https://thefootcollective.com/collect... 🎥 Join the classes - The Explorer Membership gives you access to our full library of foot health and balance classes you can follow along with at your own pace. 👉 https://thefootcollective.com/pages/e... 0:00 Your feet can't be healthy without your hips 0:46 How feet and hips work together 0:59 Exercise 1: Hip torque (rotation drill) 2:06 What to look for (keeping the tripod down) 2:49 Exercise 2: Rotation taps (single leg) 3:38 Progression: East-west reaches 4:32 Progression: Adding a hacky sack 6:18 Recap: Controlling rotation consciously 6:31 The posterior chain explained 6:54 Exercise 3: Hip hinge 8:03 Progression: Hip hinge with a reach 8:58 Progression: Heel hover hinge 9:36 Progression: Split stance and single leg 10:12 Progression: Hip hinge on the SoleMate 10:56 Big toe extension and hip extension connection 11:43 Exercise 4: Split squat / lunge 12:27 Playing with holds and heel position 13:29 Progression: Full lunge with knee lift 13:53 Start small and build gradually 14:02 Wrapping up Content Disclosure: The information in this video is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The exercises and concepts shown may not be appropriate for everyone. Always consider your individual circumstances and consult a qualified health professional before beginning any new exercise or rehabilitation program, especially if you are experiencing pain, injury, or a medical condition.