Band Hip Adduction (female)

Band Hip Adduction demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Attach a band to a sturdy post or piece of furniture at ankle level
  • 2Stand next to the post and attach the other end of the band to your ankle
  • 3Move your working leg inward, in front of your standing leg
  • 4Control the band as you return your leg to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for the desired amount of reps before switching sides

Tips:

  • Keep your hips and shoulders squared throughout
  • Do not rotate your hips, the movement should come from the hip joint
  • Control the movement; avoid letting the band snap your leg back
  • Maintain slight knee bend throughout the exercise

Band Hip Adduction Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs