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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
abductors
Secondary muscles
gluteshamstrings
Primary body parts
thighs
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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