How to Do Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction

Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee 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 Seated Bent Knee Abduction

  1. 01Sit on the edge of a bench with a resistance band looped around the thighs just above the knees.
  2. 02Place the feet hip-width apart and grip the sides of the bench for stability.
  3. 03Push the knees outward against the resistance of the band while keeping the feet planted.
  4. 04Pause at the point of maximal abduction, feeling the contraction in the outer glutes.
  5. 05Bring the knees back to the starting position slowly, resisting the pull of the band.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee 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

Ensure the resistance band remains above the knee joints to maintain constant tension on the gluteus medius throughout the abduction.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction work?

Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee 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 Seated Bent Knee Abduction correctly?

Sit on the edge of a bench with a resistance band looped around the thighs just above the knees. Place the feet hip-width apart and grip the sides of the bench for stability. Push the knees outward against the resistance of the band while keeping the feet planted. Pause at the point of maximal abduction, feeling the contraction in the outer glutes. Bring the knees back to the starting position slowly, resisting the pull of the band.

What is the A90 coach tip for Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction?

Ensure the resistance band remains above the knee joints to maintain constant tension on the gluteus medius throughout the abduction.

Is Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction suitable for beginners?

Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction?

Resistance Band Seated Bent Knee Abduction uses resistance band.

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