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Adductor

Adductor is an intermediate isolation stretching that mainly works your adductors (inner thighs).

💪 Adductors (inner thighs)🏋️ Other📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
Adductor: starting position
Starting position
Adductor: end position
End position

How to do the adductor

  1. Lie face down with one leg on a foam roll.
  2. Rotate the leg so that the foam roll contacts against your inner thigh. Shift as much weight onto the foam roll as can be tolerated.
  3. While trying to relax the muscles if the inner thigh, roll over the foam between your hip and knee, holding points of tension for 10-30 seconds. Repeat with the other leg.

Muscles worked

Primary: Adductors (inner thighs)

Sets and reps

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

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Adductor alternatives

Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the adductor work?

It mainly works your adductors (inner thighs).

How many sets and reps of adductor should I do?

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

Is the adductor good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.

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