Side-Lying Hip Abduction

Primary muscle

Glutes

Pattern

Isolation

Equipment

Floor Mat

Level

Beginner

Type

Single-side (unilateral)

Coaching cues

Lie on your side, body straight. Lift the top leg slowly — toe slightly down. Glute medius does the work, not your hip flexor. Slow tempo.

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