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hip abductors

An isolation exercise that targets the hip abductor muscles to improve hip stability, strength, and lateral movement capabilities.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise Type

Strength

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Technique

Lie on your side with legs stacked. Lift the top leg upward while keeping it straight, then lower with control.

Starting Position

Lie on your side with legs stacked and body in a straight line.

Finishing Position

Return to starting position with legs stacked.

Form Cues

Keep leg straight, control the movement, engage glutes, maintain form

Common Mistakes

Bending knee, using momentum, poor alignment, rushing movement

Progression Tips

Add resistance, increase range, perform standing, try different angles

Regression Tips

Reduce range, focus on form, perform seated, use lighter resistance

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid hip strain. Keep core engaged throughout. Stop if you experience hip pain.