Dumbbell Side Kick
Exercise Overview
DUMBBELLSIDE KICK The dumbbell side kick is a hip strengthening exercise that is use to strengthen the hip abductors. This exercise requires a dumbbell foot strap. Attach the dumbbell foot strap to the target leg and lie down on your side so that the target leg is on top. Keep the foot pointing forwards during this exercise. While keeping the leg in alignment with your torso, raise the leg up to approximately 45 degrees abduction. Lower the leg down to starting position to complete a repetition.
Muscles Involved
Gluteus MaximusGluteus MediusGluteus MinimusTFL / Tensor Fascia LataeITB / Iliotibial Band
Related Conditions
Hip BursitisGreater Trochanteric Pain SyndromeHip OsteoarthritisHip Labral TearExternal Snapping Hip Syndrome
