Raise Your Game: Leg Raise Progression
Quick Answer: Leg raises are a core exercise that primarily targets the lower abs and hip flexors. They're one of the best exercises for developing lower abdominal strength and definition.
Leg Raise Form: Build Lower Ab Strength
Lie with your back flat on a bench and your legs extended in front of you off the end.
Place your hands either under your glutes with your palms down or by the sides holding on to the bench. This will be your starting position.
As you keep your legs extended, straight as possible with your knees slightly bent but locked raise your legs until they make a 90-degree angle with the floor. Exhale as you perform this portion of the movement and hold the contraction at the top for a second.
Now, as you inhale, slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
Exercise Form
Benefits of Leg Raises
- ✓Targets lower abs effectively
- ✓Builds hip flexor strength
- ✓Improves core control
- ✓Multiple progression options
- ✓Can be done on floor or hanging
Pro Tips
- 💡Press lower back into floor
- 💡Move slowly and controlled
- 💡Bend knees slightly if needed
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Common Mistakes to Avoid
Leg Raises Variations
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