Equipmentleverage machine
Difficultybeginner
abductorsupper legs
Lever Seated Hip Abduction
The lever seated hip abduction is a machine-based exercise that targets the hip abductor muscles. It is performed while seated, pushing the legs apart against resistance provided by the machine.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Adjust the seat height so that your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
- 2.Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the footrests.
- 3.Place your hands on the side handles for stability.
- 4.Engage your abductors and slowly push your legs apart, away from the midline of your body.
- 5.Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bring your legs back together to the starting position.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
gluteshamstrings
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