This focuses on the eccentric phase of the hip adductors in a standing position. Especially good for any groin injury to strengthen the tendon component if the adductors. Eccentric exercises such as these are designed to strengthen the muscle and tendon whilst it is in it's lengthening phase as opposed to shortening.
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In standing, tie theraband around one ankle and attached to a pole or stable object. Shuffle step away from the object slowly keeping the feet together to keep tension on the band and the adductors.
Then stand on the opposite leg and slowly let the hip move outwards. Place you foot down and repeat Special Notes |