Copenhagen Adduction Exercise: Knee Drive Variation
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff demonstrates the Copenhagen Adduction Exercise: Knee Drive Variation—a dynamic upgrade to target the adductors and reinforce hip control without sagging or rotation. You’ll set up on your side, lift into a straight line, bend the bottom knee, and drive it back and forth.
🔥 Benefits of the Copenhagen Adduction Exercise: Knee Drive Variation:
- ✅ Adds instability to fire adductors harder
- ✅ Builds dynamic pelvic and hip stability
- ✅ Improves coordination and single-leg control
- ✅ Easy to progress with speed or range
- ✅ Minimal equipment—do anywhere
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Copenhagen Adduction Exercise (Knee Drive Variation)
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Sturdy chair or bench
✔ Floor space or mat
📅 When to Use This:
Great for warm-ups, adductor strength, injury prevention, or return-to-sport progressions when you want dynamic challenge. Ideal for runners, soccer players, or anyone with groin tightness or weakness.
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