Basic Standing Abduction

Select an appropriate weight. Stand firmly in the machine, place your working leg against the pad, and grip the handles to keep your upper body stable.

Exhale and slowly push your leg out to the side in a controlled manner as far as you can, squeezing your glute muscle hard at the end of the movement.

Pause for a moment at the peak contraction.

Inhale and slowly return your leg to the starting position with control. Complete the desired number of reps, then switch legs.