How to Do Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction

Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip 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 Standing Balance Hip Abduction

  1. 01Loop a resistance band around both ankles and stand with feet hip-width apart.
  2. 02Shift the body weight onto the left leg and engage the core for balance.
  3. 03Lift the right leg out to the side while keeping the toes pointed forward and the knee straight.
  4. 04Pause for one second at the top of the movement before returning the foot to the starting position.
  5. 05Switch legs after completing the designated reps for the first side.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip 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 standing leg maintains a soft knee bend to engage the glute medius and prevent joint shear on the lateral side.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction work?

Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip 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 Standing Balance Hip Abduction correctly?

Loop a resistance band around both ankles and stand with feet hip-width apart. Shift the body weight onto the left leg and engage the core for balance. Lift the right leg out to the side while keeping the toes pointed forward and the knee straight. Pause for one second at the top of the movement before returning the foot to the starting position. Switch legs after completing the designated reps for the first side.

What is the A90 coach tip for Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction?

Ensure the standing leg maintains a soft knee bend to engage the glute medius and prevent joint shear on the lateral side.

Is Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction suitable for beginners?

Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction?

Resistance Band Standing Balance Hip Abduction uses resistance band.

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