Cable hip abduction

Exercise details Target muscles: Hip abductors (listed as synergists) Synergists: Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus, Tensor Fasciae Latae Mechanics: Isolation Force: Pull Starting position Attach an ankle strap to one ankle and hook it up to a low cable pulley. Stand perpendicular to the pulley with your strapped ankle farthest away from the pulley. Step away […]

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Side plank hip abduction

Exercise details Target muscles: Tensor Fasciae Latae, Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus Synergists: Internal and External Obliques, Quadratus Lumborum, Psoas Major, Iliocastalis Lumborum, Iliocastalis Thoracis Mechanics: Compound Force: Push Starting position Lie on the floor, on your left side, supporting your body weight on your left elbow, which should be directly under your shoulder. Straighten your […]

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Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown

Start by setting a bar attachment (straight or e-z) on a high pulley machine. Facing the bar attachment, grab it with the palms facing up (supinated grip) at shoulder width. Lower the bar by using your lats until your arms are fully extended by your sides. Tip: Elbows should be in by your sides and […]

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