RNT Abduction Split Squat

RNT ABDUCTION SPLIT SQUAT - REACTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR TRAINING

The RNT Abduction Split Squat exercise uses a band to stimulate and engage the hip abductor muscles (outer hip). Complete a split squat motion while resisting the band band pulling you into a knocked knee position (genu valgum). Keep the apex of your knee cap in line with your 2nd-3rd toe in the front leg while doing a split squat movement as shown in the video. The slower the tempo the more control is required, ideally aim for a 4 second tempo to challenge the hip muscles.

Structures Involved:

  • Hip Abductors (Gluteus Minimus, Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Maximus, Tensor Fascia Latae or ‘TFL’)

  • Iliotibial Band

  • Lateral Line

Related Conditions:

  • Knocked Knees (Genu Valgum)

  • Medial Meniscus Tear

  • MCL Tear, LCL Tear

  • ITB Syndrome

  • Hip Bursitis

  • Hip OsteoArthritis

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