Hanging Leg Hip Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Obliques, Iliopsoas, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Leg Raise
How to: Hanging Leg Hip Raise
- Hang from a bar with a shoulder-width grip and let your body dangle.
- Keeping your legs straight, engage your core and raise your legs until they're parallel to the ground.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of core strength.
- Not fully engaging the abdominal muscles.
- Allowing the hips to sag during the raise.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with bent knees to reduce difficulty.
- Use an abdominal crunch machine for added support.
Tips
- Keep your legs straight to maximize core engagement.
- Focus on a controlled movement, lifting slowly to avoid swinging.
- Maintain a slight bend in the elbows to reduce strain.
Hanging Leg Hip Raise Alternatives
Tags
core
waist
strength
bodyweight
abs
exercise