How to Do
How to Do Standing Abductor Stretch, Outer Hip
The standing abductor stretch outer hip should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the standing abductor stretch outer hip.
Beginning
Beginning Standing Abductor Stretch
1. Place your right hand on the wall or a chair as you stand.
2. As you lift your left leg to the side, keep your hips looking forward.
3. Hold the position for 5 seconds.
4. Return to the starting position carefully.
5. Repeat on the opposing side after 8 to 15 repetitions.
Movement
Standing Abductor Stretch Movement
1. Start off by standing tall with a straight spine and your shoulders pulled down your back and your chest thrust out. Your feet should be about shoulder width and your arms should be straight down to your sides.
2. Take one leg and bring it over the other so your legs are now crossed. Both feet should be facing forward with about six inches between them.
3. With your hips, bend and reach straight down, away from the crossed leg.
4. Come down as far as you can in a slow and controlled motion and then come back up.
5. Repeat.
Benefits
Standing Abductor Stretch Benefits
Relax the muscles in your legs and groin.
Increase adaptability
Increase the range of motion in your leg muscles.
Muscle sprains, rips, and other injuries can be avoided.
Increase the flow of blood to your groin.
Aid in the reduction of post-workout aches and pains
Improve your athletic ability
Exercise Aliases
Hip Stretches, Outer Hips Exercise, How To Do an Abductor Stretch, Hip Flexibility Exercises.
