Classification
| Utility: | Auxiliary |
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
| Force: | Push |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit in machine with heels on bars or legs inside of side pads. Lie back on back pad. Pull in on lever to position legs together. Release lever into position and grasp bars to sides.
Execution
Move legs away from one another by abduction hip. Return and repeat.
Comments
See ROM Criteria and Spot Reduction Myth.
Muscles
- Hip Abductors (listed below)
- No significant stabilizers
