Hip Abduction Machine
The Hip Abduction Machine primarily works the Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus, with secondary activation of the Tensor Fasciae Latae and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis. It is a machine isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.
Machine-based hip abduction pushing legs apart.
| Equipment | Machine |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Abduction |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus |
| Secondary | Tensor Fasciae Latae |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Gluteus Medius (glutes)
- Primary Muscle Gluteus Minimus (glutes)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Tensor Fasciae Latae (hip_flexors)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Adjust machine seat and pads to fit body. Sit or position body in machine. Execution: Raise limb away from body midline through full range of motion. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus.
Alternative Exercises
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