resistance band seated hip abduction
resistance band seated hip abduction is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
Step 2
Wrap the resistance band around your thighs, just above your knees.
Step 3
Place your hands on the sides of the chair or bench for support.
Step 4
Engage your abductors (outer thigh muscles) and slowly push your knees apart, against the resistance of the band.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bring your knees back together.
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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