# Leg Raise

> A floor exercise where you lift straight legs up and lower them under control to train your abs and hip flexors.

Page: https://fitnessie.app/exercises/leg-raise/
Type: Bodyweight · Core
Demo video: https://fitnessie.app/demos/leg-raise/131aa8ba3a6dc4ed.mp4

## 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

- [StrengthLog: Lying Leg Raise](https://www.strengthlog.com/lying-leg-raise/)
- [Healthline: Lower Ab Workouts](https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/lower-ab-workouts)