How to do the Thigh Abductor
- To begin, sit down on the abductor machine and select a weight you are comfortable with. When your legs are positioned properly, grip the handles on each side. Your entire upper body (from the waist up) should be stationary. This is the starting position.
- Slowly press against the machine with your legs to move them away from each other while exhaling.
- Feel the contraction for a second and begin to move your legs back to the starting position while breathing in. Note: Remember to keep your upper body stationary to prevent any injuries from occurring.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles worked
| Role | Muscles |
|---|---|
| Primary | abductors |
| Secondary | glutes |
| Equipment | machine |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Type | isolation |
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Superset the Thigh Abductor with
Opposing adductors work — alternate sets without extra rest.
Common questions
What muscles does the Thigh Abductor work?
The Thigh Abductor primarily works the abductors, with the glutes as secondary movers. Hip Circles (prone), Iliotibial Tract-SMR, and Monster Walk train the same muscle, across 4 equipment types.
What equipment do you need for the Thigh Abductor?
A Machine. Without a machine, Monster Walk train the same muscle, and 4 of the catalogue's options for this muscle need no equipment.
Is the Thigh Abductor suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Thigh Abductor is rated beginner. 4 harder options for the same muscle are catalogued.
Where should the Thigh Abductor go in a workout?
Late — the Thigh Abductor is isolation work, so it follows your compounds. Supersetting it with Thigh Adductor and Band Hip Adductions cuts session time without extra rest.
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