Hip abduction is essential for building strong, stable glute muscles to support balance, improve movement efficiency, and help prevent lower-body injuries.

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Hip abduction exercises are important for increasing pelvic stabilization which can lead to a reduction in lower back pain. Intermountain Health exercise specialist Jeffrey Beck says hip muscles ...

If you have hip bursitis, you know the pain and discomfort can keep you from doing the activities you enjoy. While quick fixes such as over-the-counter pain relievers or applying ice packs can help, ...

According to WebMD, over 50% of older adults experience hip or knee pain. There are many reasons for hip pain and discomfort, including core muscle injury, bursitis, tendonitis, and labral tears.

Exercises 1–4 The first four exercises stretch the muscles around the hip joint, which can help reduce stiffness and improve joint mobility. A person should perform these exercises at times when they ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been dealing with hip pain or tight hips, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue that can be caused by commonplace things, ...

A classic abduction exercise. (Not all of our abductors are glutes, but our glutes—especially the gluteus medius—are among our main abductors.) Glute exercises won’t “fill in” your hip dips A quick ...