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Cable Hip Abduction
Standing hip abduction against cable resistance for glute medius strengthening.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at the gym
machines
Gym
- gym machine (No safe home substitute has been reviewed yet.)
No equipment? Try: Resistance band
Dosage
3
Sets
12
Reps / Time
45 sec
Rest
2 out / 2 return
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Set cable at lowest position
- Attach ankle cuff to outside leg
- Stand sideways to machine, hold for balance
Step 1 of 4
Keep standing leg slightly bent
Step 2 of 4
Lift working leg out to side
Step 3 of 4
Keep toes pointing forward
Step 4 of 4
Lower with control
Breathing
- Exhale as you lift
- Inhale as you lower
Form Cues
- Stand tall - don't lean away
- Move from the hip
- Toes stay forward
- Control both directions
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaning trunk away
- Rotating leg outward
- Using momentum
- Going too fast
Safety Information
Hold support for balance. Keep movement controlled.
Progressions
Heavier weight, pause at end range
Regressions
Lighter weight, band version
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