Side Leg Raises
How to do it: To perform this exercise, lie on one part/side of your body with your arm lying beneath you against the floor and your upper hand supporting your body from the front. [4] Holding the abdomen or supporting your head with your arms, place the leg that is below slightly in front of the top leg. Then raise the leg on top towards the roof while making sure your hips are in line. Pause for a bit and then bring down your legs.
Do about 3 sets of up to 10 reps of this exercise for both of your legs.
What it does: This exercise helps to works both your abductor muscles and your glutes. [5] The abductor muscles of your lips, which are situated on the outside of your thighs, help you stand, walk and rotate your legs with ease. By, strengthening these muscles, you can prevent knee pains as well as treat pain in your knees and hips.