Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise
Strengthen your core! The Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise targets abs and improves stability. Do it anywhere, anytime.
The Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise
Lie flat on your back on a mat or the floor with your arms by your sides and palms facing down.
Extend your legs straight out in front of you and lift them off the floor, keeping them together.
Contract your abdominal muscles to press your lower back into the floor.
While keeping your legs straight, lift your hips off the floor by raising your legs toward the ceiling.
At the highest point, the bottom of your feet should be facing upward and your hips should be slightly off the floor.
Pause at the top for a moment, then slowly lower your legs back down without letting your feet touch the floor.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Make sure to perform the movement in a controlled manner, avoiding any jerking or swinging motions. Always ensure proper form to avoid strain on the lower back and to engage the correct muscle groups effectively.
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Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise work?
The Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise?
None. The Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Floor Lying Hip Leg Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Foot V Raises, Alternating Single-Leg Raise, Alternating Bodyweight Lying Leg Raise and Bodyweight Rainbow Leg Raise.
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