What It Is
Squeezing your legs together against the pads strengthens your inner thighs, which steady your hips in squats and side steps.
How to Do It
Set the pads so your legs start comfortably wide. Sit tall with your back against the pad and knees against the inner pads. Squeeze your legs together until the pads meet. Open slowly back to the start.
Skill Level
Beginner. One new pattern or machine to learn, with light loads and low risk.
Type
Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.
Engagement
Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.
