Arm slingers Hanging Straight Legs Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Obliques, Pectineous, Sartorius, Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Hanging Leg Raise with Arm Sling
How to: Arm slingers Hanging Straight Legs
- Grab the arm slings or support with both hands.
- Hang from the support with your body straight.
- Engage your core and slowly lift your legs straight up towards the ceiling.
- Lower your legs back down in a controlled motion without swinging.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the core engaged, which can lead to lower back strain.
- Using momentum instead of controlled motion to lift the legs.
- Allowing the shoulders to shrug up towards the ears instead of staying down.
Modifications
- Bend your knees slightly if you experience discomfort in your lower back.
- Perform the exercise with your legs positioned less than fully extended.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Avoid swinging your legs; the movement should be controlled and deliberate.
- Use a slow tempo to maximize tension on the abdominal muscles.
Tags
core
abs
strength
bodyweight
intermediate
waist