Exercise library
Glutes
Cable Hip Abduction
- Primary muscle
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Cable
- Movement pattern
- Hinge
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley on the outside leg and hold a support. Sweep the working leg out to the side against the cable, squeeze the glute, then return under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the glutes — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
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- Cable Pull-ThroughCableHinge
- Band Hip AbductionBandHinge
- Band Lateral WalkBandHinge
- Barbell Glute BridgeBarbellHinge
- Barbell Hip ThrustBarbellHinge
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the glutes: