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Adduction & Abduction · Adductors

Cable Hip Adduction

A adduction & abduction exercise that works the adductors. Beginner level, using cable.

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Muscles worked

PrimaryAdductors

Adductors.

Setup and loading

Ankle strap on the low pulley.

How to do the cable hip adduction step by step

  1. Attach the ankle strap to the leg closest to the low pulley.
  2. Step away into a wide stance.
  3. Bring your leg inward, crossing in front, and return.

Form cues

  • Torso upright
  • Slow movement

Common mistakes

  • Leaning your body
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Sets and reps for your goal

Hypertrophy

3 x 10-15 · rest 60 s

3-4 sets of 6-12 reps (up to 15-20 on isolation exercises) at 65-80% of your max. Rest 1 to 2 minutes.

Get close to failure (0-3 reps in reserve) and control the lowering for 2-3 seconds. Accumulate 10-20 sets per muscle per week.

A guide for healthy adults. Adjust the load to your level and see a professional if you have an injury.

Check your form

Film yourself from the side or ask someone to watch, then tick what you get right.

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