Cable Hip Adduction

How to perform

Step by step instructions for Cable Hip Adduction:

1. Start by setting up a cable machine with a low pulley cable attachment.
2. Attach an ankle cuff to your ankle and set the weight on the cable machine to a comfortable level.
3. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
4. Hold onto the machine for support and lift your cuffed leg out to the side, keeping your knee straight.
5. Slowly bring your cuffed leg back towards the midline of your body, crossing it over the standing leg.
6. Pause for a moment and then slowly return your cuffed leg to the starting position.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and then switch to the other leg.
8. Remember to keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your standing leg to help with balance and stability.

This exercise can help improve hip strength, stability, and flexibility in the inner thigh muscles. It is important to use proper form and technique to avoid injury and maximize the benefits of the exercise.

Equipment required

Cable
Cable equipment consists of adjustable pulleys attached to weight stacks that allow for resistance training. This equipment is commonly used for strength training exercises that target various muscle groups in the body, such as chest, back, arms, and legs. Cable equipment provides a versatile and functional way to perform exercises that mimic real-life movements, improving muscle endurance, stability, and coordination.