Side Hip Abduction
Strengthen your hips & glutes with Side Hip Abductions! This exercise isolates key muscles for better stability and mobility.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Lie on one side with your body in a straight line, resting on your forearm to prop up your upper body. Your legs should be stacked with one on top of the other.
2. Place your other hand on the floor in front of you for stability.
3. Keeping your legs straight and your toes pointed forward, slowly raise the upper leg as high as possible without rotating the hip or swinging it forward.
4. Pause at the top of the movement when you feel your hip and glute muscles fully engaged.
5. Slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
6. Complete the desired number of repetitions and then switch sides to work the opposite leg.
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