How to do it
Drive through your heels to keep your glutes engaged at the top.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- 2
Lift your hips up to create a straight line from your knees to shoulders.
- 3
While keeping your hips raised, move your knees outward, then back in.
- 4
Maintain the bridge position throughout the movement.
- 5
Repeat the abduction for the desired number of repetitions before lowering your hips to the floor.
Expert tip
Keep your hips level and avoid sagging or overextending your lower back to maintain proper alignment and target the glutes and outer thighs.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bouncing the knees apart without control
- ✕Rolling the feet outward during abduction
- ✕Lifting the head and shoulders off the floor