How to Do Resistance Band Standing Hip Abduction

Resistance Band Standing 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 Hip Abduction

  1. 01Loop a resistance band around your ankles or just above your knees.
  2. 02Stand tall with your feet hip width apart and hands on your hips for balance.
  3. 03Shift your weight onto one leg and lift the opposite leg out to the side.
  4. 04Lead with your heel and keep your toes pointing forward throughout the lift.
  5. 05Lower the leg back to the starting position without letting the band lose tension.
  6. 06Complete the set on one side before switching to the other leg.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Resistance Band Standing 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

Keep your stance leg slightly bent and your pelvis level to prevent hip hiking.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Resistance Band Standing Hip Abduction questions

What muscles does Resistance Band Standing Hip Abduction work?

Resistance Band Standing 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 Hip Abduction correctly?

Loop a resistance band around your ankles or just above your knees. Stand tall with your feet hip width apart and hands on your hips for balance. Shift your weight onto one leg and lift the opposite leg out to the side. Lead with your heel and keep your toes pointing forward throughout the lift. Lower the leg back to the starting position without letting the band lose tension. Complete the set on one side before switching to the other leg.

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

Keep your stance leg slightly bent and your pelvis level to prevent hip hiking.

Is Resistance Band Standing Hip Abduction suitable for beginners?

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

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

Resistance Band Standing Hip Abduction uses resistance band.

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