Reviewed exercise · beginner

Standing Cable Hip Abduction

A accessory isolation movement for glutes.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

10–25 reps

Also trains

core

Set up

Attach an ankle cuff to a low cable and hold a stable support.

Execute

Move the working leg outward without tilting, then return slowly.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep toes forward.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Leaning away or turning the movement into a hip swing.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.