lever seated hip abduction
lever seated hip abduction is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the seat height so that your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
Step 2
Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the footrests.
Step 3
Place your hands on the side handles for stability.
Step 4
Engage your abductors and slowly push your legs apart, away from the midline of your body.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bring your legs back together to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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