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Outer thigh

Glutes and outer hip

How to do it

  1. 1Sit upright.
  2. 2Push knees outward.
  3. 3Pause and squeeze, then return slowly.

Coaching notes

Why do it
Hits glute medius / outer hip — helps knee tracking and hip stability.
Breathing
Exhale as you push out. Inhale as you return.
Tempo
Pause and squeeze at the outside · slow return.

Be careful

  • Keep the seat upright — don't lean back to cheat.
  • Push through the pads with the thighs, not by twisting the torso.

Common mistakes

  • Partial outsides only
  • Letting the stack yank you back