How to Do Resistance Band Lying Abduction

Resistance Band Lying Abduction is a glutes exercise using resistance band, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Glutes

Equipment

Resistance band

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Resistance Band Lying Abduction

  1. 01Lie on one side with a resistance band looped around the ankles or just above the knees.
  2. 02Stack the hips and shoulders vertically, supporting the head with the bottom arm.
  3. 03Lift the top leg toward the ceiling against band tension while keeping the knee straight and toes pointed forward.
  4. 04Lower the leg back to the starting position without letting the band lose tension between reps.
  5. 05Perform all repetitions on one side before switching to the opposite leg.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Lying Abduction

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Glutes Extends the hip, your main power generator.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the top leg slightly behind the midline of the body to maximize activation of the gluteus medius.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Lying Abduction questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Lying Abduction work?

Resistance Band Lying Abduction is catalogued as a glutes exercise in A90 Training Club, with the glutes as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Resistance Band Lying Abduction correctly?

Lie on one side with a resistance band looped around the ankles or just above the knees. Stack the hips and shoulders vertically, supporting the head with the bottom arm. Lift the top leg toward the ceiling against band tension while keeping the knee straight and toes pointed forward. Lower the leg back to the starting position without letting the band lose tension between reps. Perform all repetitions on one side before switching to the opposite leg.

What is the A90 coach tip for Resistance Band Lying Abduction?

Keep the top leg slightly behind the midline of the body to maximize activation of the gluteus medius.

Is Resistance Band Lying Abduction suitable for beginners?

Resistance Band Lying Abduction is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Resistance Band Lying Abduction?

Resistance Band Lying Abduction uses resistance band.

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