A standing exercise pulling one leg across the body against a low cable attached at the ankle. It trains the adductors.
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.
Main muscles working (thicker lines)
Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley and stand side-on with the strap on the inside ankle, holding the frame for balance.
Let the cable pull the working leg slightly out to the side.
Pull the leg across in front of your standing leg.
Pause briefly.
Return slowly and repeat, then switch sides.
Breathing: Exhale as you pull across, inhale as you return.
Stand tall
Squeeze the inner thigh
Slow return
Twisting the torso
Swinging the leg
Load too heavy
Hold the machine for balance and keep the load light to start.