Abductors Strengthening Exercise
Technique
- Begin this exercise lying on your side in the position demonstrated above
- Keeping your back and knee straight and foot facing forwards, slowly take your leg to the side tightening the muscles at the side of your thigh / hip (abductors)
- Hold for 2 seconds and repeat 30 times as far as possible pain free
- Repeat on opposite side
How Often?
30 repetitions, 2-3 times daily
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