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Resistance Band Seated Hip Abduction

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Abductors accessibility Upper Legs
Glutes Hamstrings

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Resistance Band

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

4.3

Force

push

Resistance Band Seated Hip Abduction is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Abductors in the Upper Legs region. Performed using resistance band, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Hamstrings.

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1

Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.

2

Wrap the resistance band around your thighs, just above your knees.

3

Place your hands on the sides of the chair or bench for support.

4

Engage your abductors (outer thigh muscles) and slowly push your knees apart, against the resistance of the band.

5

Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bring your knees back together.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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