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3
 sets
Duration required
12
 reps
Focus Area required
1
 m 
30
 s rest
Back

Leg Raise

Key Points:

  • Grip the handles firmly with forearms on the padding and back against the back pad. 
  • With your legs down and slightly bent raise them until the they are parallel to the ground. 
  • Lower slowly back down to the starting position, then repeat.

Common Mistakes:

  • Using momentum by swinging the legs. 
  • Back losing contact with the back padding. 
  • Upper body swaying with the movement.

 

Where you should 'feel it':

Primary Muscles:
Abs
Secondary Muscles:
Muscle diagram with the following muscles highlighted Abs,

Similar Exercises

(0:00) Stand in the frame of the machine and place your forearms against the padding. Grip the handles firmly with your knuckles pointing forward. With your back against the back padding, lower your legs straight down with your core activated. 

(0:12) With your legs slightly bent raise your legs up until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Then slowly lower your legs back down the same path back to the starting position. 

(0:22) Throughout the whole movement you should have your core tensed and Maintain a strong grip so your back doesnt come off the padding. 

(0:29) For a more beginner friendly motion start with your legs straight and bend your knees up until they are roughly aligned with your hips. 

(0:36) Repeat for the desired amount of repetitions then lower yourself down. 

(0:41) For both methods avoid using any momentum or swinging to try and make repetitions easier. Ensure that your back stays straight throughout the whole movement. 

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