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Exercise Lab

Hip Abduction

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Equipment

  • Torque TQ5 (Vertical Home Gym)

Muscle Groups

  • Hips & Buttocks
  • Legs

Purposes

  • Hip strength.
  • Glute strength.
  • Leg strength.

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Description

  • Attach ankle strap with universal adaptor and snap hook to mid pulley and adjust mid pulley arm to lowest position. Set resistance.
  • Stand perpendicular to the mid pulley and attach ankle strap to ankle farthest away from mid pulley.
  • Grasp press arm handle for stability, slightly bend knee of supporting leg and slowly draw leg out to the side, keeping leg straight (abduction).
  • Return to start position and repeat; switch to other leg.

ProTip

  • Keep your torso upright.

Mistakes

  • Leaning forward.
  • Bending your knee as you draw your leg out to the side.