Keep your hands on your hips or on the sides of the chair for balance and sit up straight, engaging your core.
Slowly push your knees outwards against the resistance of the band, making sure to keep your feet planted firmly on the ground.
Hold the position for a few seconds, feeling the tension in your hip and outer thigh muscles.
Slowly release and bring your knees back together to the starting position, ensuring you maintain resistance in the band throughout the movement. Repeat this exercise for the desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tip
Controlled Movement: When performing the hip abduction, make sure to move in a slow and controlled manner. Avoid the temptation to let the band snap your knees back together quickly. This not only reduces the effectiveness of the exercise but can also lead to injury. Engage Your Core: Keep your abdominal muscles engaged throughout the exercise. This will help to stabilize your body and ensure that the right muscles are being targeted. If you find your core relaxing or your body swaying, it might be a sign that the resistance band is too tight or the exercise is being performed incorrectly. Avoid Overextension: A common mistake is to push your knees out