Machine hip abduction

Hip abductor machine

Also called abductor machine, hip abductor machine

Machine hip abduction, start positionMachine hip abduction, end position
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Sit in the machine with the pads on the outer thighs. Push the knees apart against the pads, then return slowly.

  1. Lean forward a little for more stretch
  2. Push the knees apart and pause
  3. Return slowly, no bouncing

Movement

Pattern
Hip abduction
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Hip abductor machine

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Lower body

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