Lever seated hip adduction
The lever seated hip adduction exercise targets the adductor muscles of the inner thighs. It is performed using a leverage machine where the user sits and pushes the legs together against resistance.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Adductors
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Ensure the back is firmly against the pad.
- Adjust the machine to fit your leg length.
- Perform the movement in a controlled manner.
- Avoid locking the knees at the end of the movement.
What to watch out for
- Hip injuries
- Severe lower back pain
- Recent surgery in the lower body
Also known as
Adduzione dell'anca alla macchina, hip adductor machine, inner thigh machine