Standing Hip Abduction
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff from Elite Performance Institute shows the **Standing Hip Abduction with Band**—the gold-standard standing glute med move that hits BOTH hips hard when done right.
🔥 Benefits of Standing Hip Abduction:
- ✅ Intense glute medius & minimus work on the moving leg
- ✅ Huge isometric demand on the stance-leg glute medius (you’ll feel it!)
- ✅ Slight inward toe turn + controlled eccentric = max posterior glute med burn
- ✅ No upper-body swing, no foot rotation — pure hip isolation
- ✅ Perfect for runners, rehab, or anyone wanting standing glute work
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Standing Hip Abduction (Anchored Band)
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Resistance band anchored low (door anchor, pole, etc.)
✔ Loop around working ankle
✔ Optional: chair/wall for balance
📅 When to Use This:
Glute warm-up, finisher, hip-stability drill, or rehab for IT-band, knee, or low-back issues.
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