Single Leg Alternating Horizontal Abduction with External Rotation

Single Leg Alternating Horizontal Abduction with External Rotation is a strengthening exercise for the hips which helps to improve your balance, strength, and stability. It targets the gluteus medius muscle, abductor muscles, and obliques to create a functional and dynamic movement of the hip joint. Starting in a side-lying position on one side, lift the top leg and extend it out in front of the body in an abduction motion. At the same time, externally rotate the