Strength

Hip Abduction Machine

Use the Hip Abduction Machine to target and tone hip and outer thigh muscles. It aids in lateral movements, enhancing stability. The exercise involves controlled leg movements apart while seated.

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Hip Abduction Machine instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest.

2

Position your legs against the pads, keeping your knees slightly bent.

3

Push your legs outward against the resistance of the machine.

4

Hold for a moment and then return your legs slowly back to the starting position.

5

Avoid using your upper body to push your legs outward. The force should come from your hips.

Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest.

Position your legs against the pads, keeping your knees slightly bent.

Push your legs outward against the resistance of the machine.

Hold for a moment and then return your legs slowly back to the starting position.

Avoid using your upper body to push your legs outward. The force should come from your hips.

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