Hip Abduction
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Equipment
Hip abduction is a movement that targets the gluteus medius and minimus muscles. It strengthens the hip area, improves stability, and enhances balance. The exercise involves moving the leg away from the body's midline and is essential for developing lateral motion.
How to do it
- Stand upright with feet hip-width apart, hands on hips for balance.
- Shift weight onto the standing leg and slowly lift the other leg sideways.
- Raise the leg to the side while keeping the torso upright and the toes facing forward.
- Hold briefly at the top, then slowly lower the leg back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps and switch legs.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Medius Gluteus Minimus
Secondary Tensor Fasciae Latae
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