Side Lift

This exercise will work your abductors, or outer thigh. This exercise is great for beginners. As you become more advanced, you can add ankle weights or hold a weight on against your outer thigh. Start by laying on your side. The bottom leg should be bent comfortably under you. The top leg should be resting on top of the bottom leg, but straightened as shown in the picture below. Lift the top leg 6-12 inches straight in the air. Lower back to starting position. You will feel a nice burn in your outer thigh after a few repetitions!

Setting up

closer view of leg position

And lift!