Leg Raise

How to do it

1. Lie on your back with your arms by your sides and your palms on the floor.
2. Lift your straight legs until they point straight up.
3. Lower them with control until your heels are just above the floor.
4. Raise them again without letting your feet rest.

Key cues

• Arms at your sides
• Legs straight
• Lower with control
• Lower back stays on the floor

Common mistakes

• Letting your lower back arch off the floor
• Bending your knees to lift
• Dropping your legs fast
• Resting your feet on the floor between reps

Muscles worked

Primary

Abs and hip flexors

Secondary

Obliques

Equipment

None.

References

1. StrengthLog: Lying Leg Raise
2. Healthline: Lower Ab Workouts