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Hip Abduction Machine

Seated hip abduction. Opens legs against resistance to target the gluteus medius and upper glutes. Directly targets the gluteus medius which is hard to isolate. Improves hip stability and reduces knee injury risk. Builds the 'side glute' for a rounder appearance.

How to Do Hip Abduction Machine: Step by Step

  1. Sit upright with back against pad
  2. Push knees apart against the pads
  3. Squeeze outer glutes at full range
  4. Close legs slowly with control

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Leaning forward to cheat more range
  • Using momentum instead of muscle
  • Not pausing at the open position

Hip Abduction Machine Tips

  • Lean slightly forward to target the upper glutes more
  • Try single-leg by only pushing with one leg while the other stays relaxed
  • Great as a warm-up before squats or hip thrusts

Muscles Worked

gluteship flexors
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