The Side Leg Raise, or Leg Adduction, is very similar to the Front Leg Raise and targets similar muscles.

It will give a workout to the sides of the thighs and to the hips. The Side Leg Raise requires balance, so use a chair or table to help you while doing this exercise.

Remember to stay in your comfort zone and move the legs slowly and smoothly.

Stand next to the chair using one hand to balance.
Throughout the exercise keep your body facing forwards. Do not rotate your hips or shoulders when you are moving your leg.
With your left leg slightly bent, raise your right leg out sideways to a position that is comfortable for you. Keep your toe pointing forward and ensure the rest of your body is still facing forward.
Hold the leg out to the side for 3 seconds, then return back to the starting position.
Repeat the Side Leg Raise a further four times.
Repeat the exercise using the left leg, keeping the body straight and the right leg slightly bent.

To make the exercise a little more challenging you can increase the amount of repetitions in your routine, or purchase some ankle weights to improve further on your strength.

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