Cable Hip Abduction
Primary Equipment
Cable pulley machine
Cable pulley machine
Instructions
- Attach an ankle strap to the cable machine and your ankle
- Stand sideways to the machine, holding the frame for balance
- Keeping your leg straight, abduct it away from your body
- Control the movement as you slowly return to the starting position
Tips
- Keep your torso stable and avoid leaning
- Focus on using your glutes to initiate the movement
- Avoid swinging your leg; maintain control throughout the exercise