Standing Hip Abduction

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Coach's Tips

Stand and lift your leg to the side to work your glutes.

1. Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and your arms by your sides.

2. Lift your left leg off the floor and take it out to the side, keeping the leg straight and toes pointing forward.

1. Slowly abduct your left leg as far as you can, keeping your leg straight and toes pointing forward.

2. Hold for a few seconds and then slowly lower your leg back to the starting position.

3. Repeat on the other side.

1. Exhale as you lift your leg and inhale as you lower it back to the starting position.

1. Make sure to keep your standing leg slightly bent and the toes pointing forward.

2. Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise.

3. Go slowly and avoid jerky movements.

4. Stop the exercise if you feel any pain.

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