Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position
Strengthen your core and boost stability with alternating leg raises from a reverse plank. A challenging move for a stronger you!
The Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position mainly works the core and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Hamstrings
Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position
Begin in a reverse plank position with your body in a straight line. Your hands should be directly underneath your shoulders, fingers pointing towards your feet, and your heels should be pushing into the ground.
Engage your core muscles and lift your hips to create a straight line from shoulders to heels.
While keeping your hips elevated, lift one leg up as high as possible without bending at the knee or compromising your form.
Lower the lifted leg back to the starting position with control.
Now, lift the alternate leg in the same manner, ensuring you keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
Alternate between raising each leg, maintaining the reverse plank position with your hips raised off the ground.
Continue to alternate leg raises for the desired number of repetitions or for a set period of time.
Focus on keeping your movements controlled and do not let your hips drop. Breathe steadily throughout the exercise, exhaling as you lift each leg and inhaling as you lower it. This exercise can help strengthen the core and improve lower body flexibility and stability.
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Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position work?
The Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position mainly works the core and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position?
None. The Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Alternating Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Leg Lift Side-Plank, Alternating Leg Raise with Head Up, Alternating Single-Leg Raise Plank and Alternating Straight-Leg Raise.
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