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Band Hip Abduction

Main muscle
Glutes
Muscle group
Legs
Equipment
Resistance band

How to do it

  1. 1Loop a band around your ankles or above your knees, standing tall.
  2. 2Shift weight onto one leg and keep a slight bend in that knee.
  3. 3Lift the other leg out to the side against the band's resistance.
  4. 4Pause briefly at the top without leaning your torso.
  5. 5Lower back down under control and repeat.

Coaching cues

  • Stand tall, don't lean
  • Lead with the heel
  • Control the return

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