Resistance Band Lying Abduction
The lying leg opening with a looped band around the ankles: now the band resists the opening, and the outer hips do the work.
How to do it
Setup
On your back, legs straight up toward the ceiling, a looped band around the ankles, arms on the floor.
Steps
- Spread the legs apart against the band into a wide V.
- Hold the widest point for a beat.
- Let the legs come back together slowly.
Common mistakes
Band slipping down the calves: keep it at the ankles. Knees bending to cheat the width: the legs stay straight. Letting the band slap the legs together: control the return.
Breathing
Exhale pressing apart, inhale returning.
