Hip Abduction (Strength)
Follow the step-by-step instructions for this hip abduction exercise for strength.
Lie on your right side on the floor with your legs straight and stacked on top of each other.
Raise your left leg about 6 to 8 inches. Keep your legs and hips straight. Don’t roll back onto your hip. Hold for 5 seconds, then lower your leg.
Repeat 10 times, or as instructed.
Lie on your left side and repeat.
Challenge yourself
Put an elastic band or tubing around both ankles. Hold the band to the floor with your bottom ankle. Raise and lower your top leg slowly and steadily.