Barbell Sitted Alternate Leg Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Alternate Leg Raise with Barbell
How to: Barbell Sitted Alternate Leg Raise
- Sit on a bench or a sturdy surface with a barbell across your thighs.
- With your hands gripping the edges for support, lift one leg off the surface while keeping it straight.
- Lower the leg back down and repeat with the other leg.
- Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the raise.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights if needed.
- Modify the range of motion to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Perform the movement slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Barbell Sitted Alternate Leg Raise Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
waist
barbell
leg raise
intermediate