Cable Hip Abduction
The cable hip abduction targets the gluteus medius by pulling the leg away from the body against cable resistance. Stand sideways to a low pulley with an ankle strap and lift your outside leg directly to the side in a controlled arc.
How to Perform
Attach an ankle strap to the low pulley on the leg furthest from the machine.
Stand tall, holding the frame for balance, and brace your core.
Lift your outside leg directly to the side in a smooth arc — lead with the heel.
Pause at the top of the range and lower slowly back to the start.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Leaning away from the machine to cheat the weight up, reducing glute medius engagement.
Swinging the leg with momentum instead of lifting with a controlled contraction.
Turning the toes outward during the lift, which shifts work to the hip flexors.
Muscle Activation
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