How to do a seated hip adduction

About seated hip adduction

TIER
5
DIFFICULTY
untrained
EQUIPMENT
seatedHipAdductionMachine
TARGET MUSCLES
glutes

Instructions for Proper Form

Setup:

  1. Position: Sit on the hip adduction machine and place your legs on the inside of the padded levers.
  2. Adjustment: Adjust the machine's starting position to a comfortable stretch for your inner thighs.
  3. Posture: Sit up straight with your back against the pad.

The Movement:

  1. Squeeze: Exhale and slowly squeeze your legs together, bringing the pads towards each other.
  2. Hold: Hold the peak contraction for a moment.
  3. Return: Inhale and slowly open your legs, returning to the starting position in a controlled manner.

Tips:

  • This exercise targets the adductor muscles of the inner thigh.
  • Control the movement throughout the entire range of motion. Don't let the weight stack slam.
  • Focus on a strong mind-muscle connection with your inner thighs.