Lever Standing Hip Abduction

Classification

Utility:	Auxiliary
Mechanics:	Isolated
Force:	Push

Instructions

Preparation

Adjust platform so lever fulcrum is same height as hip articulation. Adjust roller in low position. Face machine and grasp bars to sides. Place outside of thigh against roller pad and shift body weight to opposite leg.

Execution

Raise leg against roller pad to side by abduction hip. Return and repeat. Reposition roller pad lever and continue with opposite leg.

Comments

See ROM Criteria and Spot Reduction Myth.

Muscles

Target

• Hip Abductors (listed below)

Synergists

• Tensor Fasciae Latae
• Gluteus Medius
• Gluteus Minimus

Stabilizers

• Hip Abductors (opposite)