Side-Lying Hip Abduction

hip glute exercises Gluteus medius

Glute med strengthening drill to improve pelvic stability.

Execution

1. Lie on your side with legs straight
2. Keep the top leg slightly behind the body
3. Lift the top leg to hip height without rotating
4. Lower with control
5. Perform 2-3 sets x 12-15 reps per side

Cues

• Keep pelvis stacked
• Toes slightly down
• Slow tempo

Common Errors

• Hip hiking
• Rolling backward

Progressions

• Add mini band -> Hold at top

Related Patterns

• lateral pelvic tilt
• knee valgus