Leg Raises (Lying) | Gymacetamol

Muscles Worked

Primary

Abs / Core

Quick Cues

1

Lie flat on the ground

2

Lift straight legs upward

3

Lower with control

4

Keep lower back pressed down

Equipment Needed

Bodyweight

Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and hands under your glutes for support.
Keep your legs straight.
Raise your legs up toward the ceiling until they're perpendicular to the floor.
Lower your legs back down slowly without touching the floor.
Keep your lower back pressed against the ground.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

Using the hip flexors instead of the abs

Swinging the legs for momentum

Not controlling the lowering phase

Pro Tips

Keep your legs straight and lower them slowly to just above the floor

Place your hands under your glutes to protect your lower back

Exhale as you lift your legs and inhale as you lower them

Your Progress

Variations

Hanging Leg Raise

Reverse Crunch

Flutter Kick