Hip Abduction

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BeginnerTargets: Glutes, Outer thighs

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This exercise allows you to focus on your glute muscles one side at a time, and the movement is simple, making it great for beginners. You can strengthen your gluteus medius with hip abduction!

How to Hip Abduction

Starting Position

1. Please balance and lie on your side.

2. Extend the arm on the floor parallel to the ground, and support your body with the other arm.

Proper Form

1. Straighten the knee of the leg above and lift it using the outer hip muscles.

2. Raise the leg so that it is at an angle of more than 60 degrees from the floor.

3. After finishing one side, proceed with the opposite leg in the same way.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you raise your legs, and inhale when you lower them.

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to shake your body.

2. Keep your core engaged to avoid putting strain on your lower back.

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