Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star)
Expert Advice
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and engage your core to maintain balance during the hip abduction.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on your side, propping yourself up on your elbow and forearm.
- Stack your feet and lift your hips to form a straight line with your body.
- Raise your top leg towards the ceiling while keeping it straight.
- Lower the leg back down with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other side.
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Muscles Worked
Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star) primarily targets the Abs, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Abs50%
Quads50%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star) work?
Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star) primarily targets the Abs, Quads. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star) suitable for beginners?
Side Bridge Hip Abduction (star) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
