Get My Greatest Posture Info & Tips Here: http://madmimi.com/signups/225816/join Thumbnail Image From © lunamarina / Fotolia ********************************************* The hip abduction machine is a rather popular piece of equipment in the gym. However, this machine can indeed be harmful if the proper considerations aren’t taken. Although many people think this is a great glute exercise, it is really more of a Tensor Fasciae Latae exercise. This muscle you want to be wary of strengthening, as it can cause issues in your body like knee pain. If this muscle is too dominant over the Gluteus Medius due to you using the hip abduction machine too much and not doing proper exercises, the TFL can pull on your IT Band, which can indeed lead to knee pain and other problems. So if you do choose to incorporate this machine into a hip workout you are doing, it may be a good idea to adduct with this equipment too. Finally, you’ll want to target your gluteus medius, which can be done through exercises like monster walks, side lying leg raises, lunges, and more. This will diminish the chances of this machine causing issues over time. ************************************************ Follow me on Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/fitnessoriented/ Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/FitnessOriented Follow me on Google+: plus.google.com/+FitnessOriented