Description

This exercise is performed in a seated position with a band and trains the abductors (muscles on the outside of the thigh) in isolation. You only need a short Theraband for this exercise and can do it at home or in the gym.

Exercise

Knee abduction

Sitting

Type: Bilateral Rest: 120s Equipment: Bank, Fitnessband kurz

Tutorial

1

Sit on a weight bench and position a mini Theraband around your thighs.
2

Push your knees outwards at the same time until the maximum contraction is reached. Exhale as you do so.
3

Slowly move your thighs inwards in a controlled manner until they are back in the starting position. Breathe in as you do so.
4

One repetition has now been completed. Repeat this process for the specified number of repetitions.

Tip

Use the full range of motion! Move your legs outwards until the maximum contraction is reached. Position the band on your thighs, just above your knees.