Side Lying Abduction and Adduction

Inspired RD Exercise Library: Side Lying Abduction and Adduction

Abduction: Lie on your side with legs straight out and feet stacked.  Make sure your body is properly aligned and engage your core muscles.  Raise the upper leg as high as you can while maintaining posture.  Hips and knees should be pointed forward at all times.  Lower back to starting position and repeat.  Do all reps on one side before switching to other leg.

Adduction: Lie on your side with legs straight out and feet stacked.  Bring lower leg forward and gently raise off the floor, squeezing inner thigh muscle.  Lower back to the ground and repeat.  Do all reps on one side before switching to other leg.