Glutes · Machine

Hip Abduction Machine

Beginner

Targets side glutes for roundness, hip stability, and injury prevention.

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Follow the written setup and technique cues below.

1
Start Pose
Seated, pads on outer thighs
Core tight, back flat against seat
Start with knees together
2
Finish Pose
Push knees outward against resistance
Squeeze glute medius at maximum width
Control the return — dont slam
Training Cues
✓Control the full range — not just the push out
✓Squeeze at maximum width for 1 second
✓Keep core braced throughout
Watch For This
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Leaning your torso to assist the movement
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Don't let the weight slam at the end
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Avoid going too heavy and losing range

💪 Primary Muscles

● PRIMARY
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Glute Med

Glute Med

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Primary
Gluteus MediusGluteus Minimus

Pro Tip

Sitting at a 70–80° angle (slightly reclined) shifts the work from glute medius to glute max — experiment with your seat.

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