How to Do Cable Hip Abduction

Form Cues

1. 1

   Attach ankle cuff, stand side on to the cable, sweep the working leg out to the side keeping toes forward and body upright

2. 2

   Hold onto a support with your free hand for balance

3. 3

   Keep the working leg straight but not locked, with a slight, soft bend in the knee

4. 4

   Control the return, resisting the cable rather than letting it snap the leg back

Common Mistakes

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  Leaning the torso to the side to lift the leg higher — keep the body vertical and only move through the hip joint

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  Rotating the toes outward to cheat extra range — keep them pointed forward throughout

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  Rushing the reps — a slower tempo keeps tension on the glute the whole time