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Laying Side Leg Lift Abduction Extra Range

  • Beginner
  • Hip Abductors

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Setup instructions

1) Lie on your side on a bench or plyo box

2) Ensure hips are stacked or top hip is slightly forward. You can bend the bottom knee to give a stable stance.

3) Fully extend the top leg and point your toe towards the floor.

Perform instructions

1) Lift your heel towards the ceiling - you should feel it on the outer side of your glute area.

2) Pause & squeeze at the top and lower to the starting position.

3) Repeat.

Note: Point the toe towards the floor slightly to emphasise the movement.
Ensure the top hip does not roll back

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Health benefits

Flexibility · Muscular Endurance

Skills

Balance · Coordination

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