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Adductor/Groin

Adductors Intermediate Stretching
Adductor/Groin Adductor/Groin
Level
Intermediate
Force
Static
Instructions
  1. Lie on your back with your feet raised towards the ceiling.
  2. Have your partner hold your feet or ankles. Abduct your legs as far as you can. This will be your starting position.
  3. Attempt to squeeze your legs together for 10 or more seconds, while your partner prevents you from doing so.
  4. Now, relax the muscles in your legs as your partner pushes your feet apart, stretching as far as is comfortable for you. Be sure to let your partner know when the stretch is adequate to prevent overstretching or injury.
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Adductor/Groin work?

Adductor/Groin primarily targets the Adductors. This makes it an effective stretching exercise for building adductors development.

Is the Adductor/Groin suitable for beginners?

The Adductor/Groin is an intermediate exercise. You should have a solid foundation of basic stretching movements before attempting it. If you're new to training, start with simpler variations and progress to this exercise as your form and strength improve.

How many sets and reps should I do for the Adductor/Groin?

Hold the Adductor/Groin for 20-30 seconds per side, repeating 2-3 times. Stretch after your workout or on rest days when your muscles are warm. Never bounce or force a stretch past your comfortable range of motion.

What are good alternatives to the Adductor/Groin?

Good alternatives include the Adductor, Band Hip Adductions, Carioca Quick Step. These exercises target similar muscle groups (Adductors) and can be substituted based on available equipment or training preference.

How to use Adductor/Groin — How to, Muscles, Form

Best for: Building practical strength and adding focused work for Adductors. Use it when the movement fits your goal, equipment, and recovery.

Programming tip: Start with a load you can control for every rep. Add reps before adding weight, and keep the last rep clean enough that you could repeat the movement next week.

Common mistake: Chasing heavier weight before the setup, range of motion, and tempo are consistent. If the rep changes every set, the log stops telling the truth.

Track it: Log weight, reps, sets, and one short note about form or difficulty. Over time, those notes explain plateaus better than motivation quotes ever will.

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