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Lever Seated Hip Abduction

Beginner
Lever Seated Hip Abduction animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Adjust the seat height so that your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the footrests.
  3. Place your hands on the side handles for stability.
  4. Engage your abductors and slowly push your legs apart, away from the midline of your body.
  5. Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bring your legs back together to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Leverage Machine

Muscles Worked

PrimaryAbductors
Secondary
GlutesHamstrings