# Dumbbell Hip Abduction

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-hip-abduction

Also known as: DB Hip Abduction, Weighted Side-Lying Hip Abduction, Weighted Side-Lying Leg Raise

Variation of: [Side-Lying Hip Abduction](https://heatsy.app/ex/side-lying-hip-abduction)

Body region: Glutes

## Equipment

- Dumbbells

## Technique

1. Lie on your side with the legs straight and a light dumbbell held on the outside of the top thigh.
2. Raise the top leg toward the ceiling, keeping the toes pointing forward.
3. Lower slowly and repeat, then switch sides.

### Cues

- Start with a very light dumbbell.
- Keep the hips stacked.

### Common mistakes

- Rolling the hips back.
- Letting the dumbbell slide off.

## Alternatives

- [Hip Abduction Machine](https://heatsy.app/ex/machine-hip-abduction)
- [Glute Bridge](https://heatsy.app/ex/glute-bridge)