Exercise technique

lever seated hip adduction

The lever seated hip adduction is a machine-based exercise targeting the adductor muscles of the inner thighs. It is performed by bringing the legs together against resistance while seated.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back against the backrest.
  2. Place your feet on the footrests and grasp the handles for stability.
  3. Engage your adductor muscles and slowly bring your legs together, squeezing your inner thighs.
  4. Pause for a moment at the peak contraction, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Hamstrings, Glutes.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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