Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction
The Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs), with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Abductor (gluteus medius)
Secondary
Hip Stabilizer (gluteus minimus); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
How to do the Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction
Sit on the floor with your hands planted behind you and knees bent in front of you.
Lift your feet slightly off the floor while balancing on your glutes and hands.
Engage your core to keep your torso stable throughout the movement.
Open your knees outward away from each other to target your outer hips.
Slowly bring your knees back together in a controlled manner.
Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction FAQs
What muscles does the Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction work?
The Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs), with help from the core. The main muscles are the gluteus medius.
What equipment do you need for the Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction?
None. The Floor Seated Foot Bent-Knee off Abduction is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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