Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II
The Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs). You'll need: hip abduction machine.
Required Equipment
Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Abductor (gluteus medius); Hip Stabilizer (gluteus minimus)
Secondary
Hip Tensor (tensor fasciae latae)
How to do the Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II
Sit upright on the hip abduction machine with your back firmly pressed against the backrest and your outer knees resting against the pads.
Hold onto the side handles for stability and select your desired weight on the stack.
Exhale and smoothly push your legs outward against the pads as far as comfortable, focusing on your outer glutes.
Pause briefly at the peak of the contraction while keeping your torso still.
Inhale and slowly return your legs back to the starting position in a controlled manner without letting the weight stack touch.
Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II FAQs
What muscles does the Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II work?
The Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs). The main muscles are the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus.
What equipment do you need for the Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II?
Hip abduction machine.
What workout day should the Lever Seated Hip Abduction Version II go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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