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Side-Lying Hip Abduction

Lie on side, raise top leg. Simple glute medius isolation for hip stability and injury prevention. Effectively targets the glutes. Builds functional strength and muscle. Can be progressively overloaded for continued gains.

How to Do Side-Lying Hip Abduction: Step by Step

  1. Maintain proper form throughout the Side-Lying Hip Abduction
  2. Control the movement — don't use momentum
  3. Breathe steadily
  4. Keep core engaged

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using too much weight and sacrificing form
  • Rushing through reps without control
  • Not using full range of motion

Side-Lying Hip Abduction Tips

  • Start with lighter weight to master the form
  • Focus on mind-muscle connection with the {pm}
  • Control both the lifting and lowering phases

Muscles Worked

glutes
Equipment No equipment needed
Tracking Count reps

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