Cable Hip Adduction Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Adductor Longus
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Adductor Longus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Adductor Magnus, Gracilis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Inner Thigh Adduction
How to: Cable Hip Adduction
- Stand beside a cable machine with the cable attached to the lowest pulley.
- Adjust the weight to a comfortable level.
- Position the ankle strap around the ankle of the working leg.
- Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and engage your core.
- Lift the working leg across your body towards the midline, keeping the knee slightly bent.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement before returning to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far to the side while performing the movement.
- Using too much weight, which can compromise form.
- Failing to fully extend the leg during the exercise.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is challenging.
- Reduce the weight on the cable machine for a more manageable resistance.
Tips
- Maintain a steady pace and avoid swinging the leg.
- Focus on engaging your core during the movement to maintain stability.
- Keep your standing leg slightly bent to reduce strain.
Tags
legs
hips
strength
adduction
cable machine
lower body