Hip Abduction, Standing
| rating: | Ø 4.67 through 6 votes |
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| required: | Nothing |
| optional: | Dumbbell, Seat, Resistance Band, Weight Cuffs |
| level: | Easy |
| type: | Strength |
| Variations available (3) |
Starting Position
- stand up straight, the legs are opened hip width
- you can adhere to the back rest of a chair to keep the balance easier
- your back is straight and the abs are contracted
- look ahead
Correct Execution
- slowly guide one leg back and high as you can
- you can lean forward a little to preserve the lumbar spine
- alternatively you can bend the knee
- hold this position for about 10 seconds
- then come back to the starting position slowly
- switch the leg and repeat this fitness exercise
tips for the workout
- to impede the glute workout you can use weight cuffs or a resistance band
- or clamp a dumbbell inside your hollow of the knee to work out with additional weight