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Hip Joint Abduction
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce hip joint abduction and its role in movement and stability.
Objective
Become familiar with the mechanics of moving the leg away from the midline.
What You'll Get
You'll learn how abduction functions at the hip and why it's essential for balance, lateral movement, and postures that open the legs wide. For your own practice, this supports side splits and standing balances. For professionals, it's a foundational assessment for pelvic stability and lateral strength in clients who need hip control for walking, running, or recovering from injury.
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