Side Hip Abduction
Lying on one side propped up on the lower hand, raise the straight top leg high out to the side and lower it.
How to do it
Setup
On one side, propped on the straight lower arm, the bottom knee bent for balance, the top leg straight.
Steps
- Lift the top leg as high as the hip allows, toes forward.
- Keep the hips stacked, not rolling back.
- Lower slowly; switch sides after the set.
Common mistakes
Rolling the pelvis back to lift higher: the leg rises only as far as the hip allows. Sinking into the supporting shoulder: push the floor away. Swinging the leg: controlled lift, controlled lower.
Breathing
Exhale lifting, inhale lowering.
