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Cable hip abduction: how to do it

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Cuff on your outer ankle, stand side-on

  1. Starting position

    Attach the cuff to the ankle farthest from the cable, stand sideways and hold the frame.

  2. The movement

    Move your leg straight out to the side without turning your hips, then return with control.

Most common mistake

Don't lean your body to the side, stay upright and let your leg do the movement.

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