Legs

Standing Outer Hip (leg)

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The standing abduction exercise is for the glute and outer hip. When done correctly it is an excellent way to strengthen the tensor facia late an important outer hip stabilizer. Start by adjusting platform and machine arm so that pad is against the leg and slightly above the knee. Starting with either side, push exercising leg straight out to side keeping toe forward, hips and shoulders square and abdominals drawn in. Do not lean toward or away from resistance, instead concentrate on pushing it away from body to a point where you can maintain posture. Pause each repetition at the top of the motion. By pausing the resistance will not only affect the gluteal muscles of the pushing leg, but also the outer hip stabilizers of the base leg as well.


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