Stand straight and ensure you are far enough from the post so that the band is taut, but not stretched. You can hold onto a wall or chair for balance.
Keeping your body straight and your toes pointed forward, slowly move your right leg across your left leg, resisting the pull of the band.
Pause for a moment when your right leg is as far across your left as it can comfortably go, then slowly return your leg to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for a set number of repetitions and then switch to the other leg.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Movement**: When performing the hip adduction, it's important to move your leg in a controlled manner. Avoid rapid, jerking movements which can increase your risk of injury. Instead, smoothly bring your leg across your standing leg and then back out to the side. **Engage the Right Muscles**: Make sure you're engaging your adductor muscles (inner thigh muscles). A common mistake is to use momentum or other muscles to move the leg. To avoid this, concentrate on squeezing your inner thigh muscles as you pull your leg towards the center of your body. **Maintain