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Adduction & Abduction · Adductors

Hip Adductor Machine

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

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Muscles worked

PrimaryAdductors
SecondaryGlutes, Hamstrings

Adductors.

Setup and loading

Start with a comfortable weight.

How to do the hip adductor machine step by step

  1. Sit in the machine with your legs open against the pads.
  2. Bring your legs together.
  3. Return slowly.

Form cues

  • Torso still
  • Slow return

Common mistakes

  • Letting it snap back
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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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