Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise
Tone your core with the Alternating Floor Seated In & Out Leg Raise! A killer ab workout you can do anywhere.
The Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Secondary
Obliques
Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you and your hands placed behind you for support. Lean back slightly on your palms, keeping your arms straight without locking your elbows.
Engage your core muscles to prepare for the leg movement.
Lift both legs slightly off the ground and begin the exercise by bringing one knee towards your chest while keeping the other leg extended and raised above the floor.
Alternate between bending one leg and straightening the other, simulating a pedaling motion, while keeping your core engaged and your lower back off the floor throughout the exercise.
Continue this alternating movement for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring you control the movement and avoid letting your feet touch the ground between reps.
Keep your movements smooth and stable, focusing on using your core muscles to raise and lower your legs.
After completing the set, rest briefly before performing additional sets as required for your exercise routine.
Tips: Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain stability and maximize effectiveness. Avoid using your hands to push off the ground; they are there for balance only. Control the motion of your legs to prevent momentum from taking over the exercise. Adjust the number of repetitions and sets to match your fitness level and goals. Breathe rhythmically to ensure proper oxygen flow during the exercise, exhaling as you bring the knee in and inhaling as you extend the leg out.
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Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise work?
The Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and iliopsoas.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise?
None. The Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Alternating Floor Seated in & Out Leg Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Elevated Cycling, Foot Fixed Sit-Up Stand, Seated Half Leg Circles and Floor L-Sit.
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