Cable hip abduction

Muscles involved

Glutes

How to do it

1. Stand sideways next to a cable machine with a low pulley and place an ankle strap on the ankle farther away. 2. Hold onto the machine with one hand to stabilize yourself and place the other hand on your hip. 3. Lift the leg with the weight laterally as high as possible, keeping your torso stable. 4. Lower the leg in a controlled manner to the starting position and repeat to complete the repetitions.

Equipment required

MáquinaPolea

Muscles worked

MaleFemale

Gluteus mediusTensor fasciae latae

Tips

- Hold the machine firmly to maintain stability. - Lift your leg laterally using your abductors. - Control the descent, resisting the force of the cable.

Difficulty