Adductors exercise

Leg Swings Side-Side

Swing your leg from side to side in front of a wall to loosen up your hip adductors and abductors.

  • Primary muscleAdductors
  • Also worksAbductors
  • EquipmentBodyweight
  • LevelBeginner
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Leg Swings Side-Side, exercise photo
  • Adductors
  • Abductors
  • Bodyweight

How to do the Leg Swings Side-Side

4 steps, in the order you do them.

  1. Stand facing a wall or support, place your hands on it and keep your torso upright.
  2. Shift your weight onto one leg, with that knee slightly bent.
  3. Swing your free leg out to the side, then across the front of your body like a pendulum, gradually increasing the range.
  4. Do 10 to 12 swings and switch legs.

Muscles worked

Alternatives to the Leg Swings Side-Side

They work the adductors with other equipment, including options for training at home.

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Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Leg Swings Side-Side work?

The Leg Swings Side-Side works mainly the adductors. It also works the abductors and the glutes.

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