Floor Seated Leg Raise
Sculpt your core with Floor Seated Leg Raises! A simple, effective exercise you can do anywhere to strengthen your abs.
The Floor Seated Leg Raise mainly works the core, with help from the lower back and hip abductors (outer thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Floor Seated Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Lower Back (quadratus lumborum); Hip Stabilizer (gluteus minimus)
Floor Seated Leg Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Floor Seated Leg Raise
Starting Position:
Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you.
Place your hands behind you on the floor, fingers pointing towards your feet.
Keep your back straight and your core engaged.
Leg Positioning:
Keep your legs together and straight.
Your feet should be elevated slightly off the ground to engage your core.
Movement:
While keeping your legs straight, lift them off the floor slowly to a 45-degree angle.
Hold this position for a moment to feel the engagement in your core.
Return:
Slowly lower your legs back down toward the floor without letting them touch it.
Repeat the leg lift for the desired number of repetitions.
Breathing:
Exhale as you lift your legs and inhale as you lower them.
Tips:
Ensure your core is engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
If you find it challenging, you can start with your knees bent and gradually progress to straight legs.
Maintain good posture to avoid straining your back.
Floor Seated Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Floor Seated Leg Raise work?
The Floor Seated Leg Raise mainly works the core, with help from the lower back and hip abductors (outer thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Floor Seated Leg Raise?
None. The Floor Seated Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Floor Seated Leg Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating 45-Degree Backward-Lean Knee Raise, Fast Sit-Up Slow-Down, Flexion Leg Sit-Up and Floor Jack-Knife.
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