Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension
Strengthen legs & improve flexibility! Lie down, extend legs, & flex those toes. Feel the burn with each controlled rep!
The Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension
Lying Legs Extension with Toes Flexion
Positioning:
Lie flat on your back on a comfortable surface, such as a mat or carpet.
Keep your arms relaxed at your sides or place them under your lower back for additional support.
Bend your knees, bringing your feet close to your hips. Your thighs should be perpendicular to the ground.
Keep your feet flat and hip-width apart.
Movement:
Gradually lift your feet off the ground, extending your legs towards the ceiling. Your body should remain flat on the floor.
While your legs are extended, flex your feet so that your toes point downward. Hold this position for a moment.
Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position by bending your knees and returning your feet close to the ground without letting them touch.
Repeat the movement for a desired number of repetitions, focusing on controlled motion and proper form throughout.
Tips:
Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise, avoiding arching your back.
Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body as you perform the movements.
Focus on smooth, deliberate actions rather than rushing through the repetitions.
Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension work?
The Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension?
None. The Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Lying Toe Leg Flexion Extension variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Open Knees-Together Toe Leg Stretched Together, Alternating Lying 90-Degree Leg Extension, Alternating Lying Straight-Leg Extension Stretch and Lying Ankle Flexion Extension.
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