Hip Abductors

Main muscle worked: Hip abductors, abs, legs
Level: Beginner
Description: This exercise targets the hip abductors muscles and improves core stability, balance and hip mobility while walking or running.

Exercise Directions

Standing (Variation 1)

• Place resistance loop band around your ankle.
• Standing straight lift your right leg out and to the side as far as possible.
• Pause and then slowly return your leg to the starting position.
* Repeat for 10-12 reps and then switch legs.

Lying (Variation 2)

• Lie on the floor on your side. Place the resistance loop band around your knees.
• Keeping your legs straight (lock your top knee), lift the top leg to stretch the
band as much as possible.
• Pause and slowly return your top leg to the starting position.
* Repeat for 10-12 reps and then switch legs.