Lying Full Leg Raise
Strengthen your core and tone your abs with Lying Full Leg Raises! A challenging exercise for all fitness levels.
The Lying Full Leg Raise mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Lying Full Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Lying Full Leg Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Full Leg Raise
Begin by lying flat on your back on a comfortable surface, such as an exercise mat. Place your arms by your sides with palms facing down, or you can place them under your glutes for additional support.
Keep your legs straight and together, and engage your core by pressing your lower back into the ground.
Slowly lift your legs up off the ground, keeping them straight. Aim to lift them up to a 90-degree angle, or as far as you can manage without bending your knees or arching your back.
Hold the top position for a brief second, ensuring your core is still engaged and you are not putting strain on your back.
Lower your legs back down to just above the floor, keeping the movement slow and controlled to maintain tension in the abdominal muscles.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Make sure to breathe steadily throughout the exercise, exhaling as you lift your legs up and inhaling as you lower them back down. Adjust the range of motion according to your fitness level and flexibility, and stop the exercise if you feel any pain in your lower back.
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Lying Full Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Full Leg Raise work?
The Lying Full Leg Raise mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Lying Full Leg Raise?
None. The Lying Full Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying Full Leg Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Single-Leg Raise, Alternating Leg Raise with Head Up, Alternating Bodyweight Lying Leg Raise and Bodyweight Rainbow Leg Raise.
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