Trunk leans forward to assist
Hip flexors and QL substitute for weak glute med.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsQuadratus lumborum
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗Foam RollQuadratus lumborum↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗Core · Lower Body
Abductor Machine
Coaching cues
- Sit tall; back against pad; feet on footrests
- Push pads apart using glute med — not the lower back
- Pause at full abduction; squeeze
- Control return — don't let stack slam
Common faults 2
Pelvis tips forward
Anterior pelvic tilt during the push — erectors and hip flexors dominate.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeHip flexors
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗