Sitting Shoulder Press and Hip Abduction on a padded stool (female)

Sitting Shoulder Press and Hip Abduction on a padded stool demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on a padded stool with your back straight
  • 2Raise your arms at shoulder level in a bent position
  • 3Press your arms upwards until they are extended
  • 4While doing so, move your knees apart performing the hip abduction
  • 5Lower your arms back down while bringing your knees back together

Tips:

  • Focus on a slow and controlled movement
  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise
  • Don't lock your elbows while extending your arms
  • Try not to arch your back as you press your arms upwards

Sitting Shoulder Press and Hip Abduction on a padded stool Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs