Abductors · Band

Mini Loop Band Side-Lying Clam

Banded clams that crank up the glute medius burn.

Mini Loop Band Side-Lying Clam exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Loop a mini band around your legs above the knees.
  2. Lie on your side with knees bent and feet stacked together.
  3. Open your top knee against the band, keeping feet touching.
  4. Lower slowly and repeat, then switch sides.

The one cue that matters

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Keep your hips stacked and don't roll back. The band should make every rep harder, not your momentum.

Muscles worked

The Mini Loop Band Side-Lying Clam isolates the Abductors — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted abductors volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Mini Loop Band Side-Lying Clam work?

The Mini Loop Band Side-Lying Clam primarily works the Abductors.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

One side at a time?

Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.

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