L-Sit Leg Raise
The L-Sit Leg Raise mainly works the core and quads, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
L-Sit Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Hip Adductors
How to do the L-Sit Leg Raise
Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight out in front of you and place your hands flat on the floor beside your hips.
Press firmly into your palms, engage your core, and lift your hips and legs slightly off the floor.
Keeping your legs completely straight, slowly raise both legs upward as high as your flexibility and core strength allow.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, maintaining an upright posture without leaning too far back.
Lower your legs back down with control while keeping your hips elevated, then gently return to the starting position.
L-Sit Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the L-Sit Leg Raise work?
The L-Sit Leg Raise mainly works the core and quads, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the L-Sit Leg Raise?
None. The L-Sit Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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