Lying Bent Legs Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bent Knee Raise
How to: Lying Bent Legs Raise
- Lie on your back with your legs bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Place your hands beside you or under your glutes for support.
- Engage your core and slowly raise your legs towards your chest.
- Pause at the top, then lower your legs back to the starting position slowly.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Raising legs too high and straining the back.
- Not engaging the core properly during the lift.
- Using momentum rather than controlled movement.
Modifications
- Keep your knees bent if you have lower back discomfort.
- Reduce the range of motion if you find the full movement difficult.
Tips
- Keep your back pressed to the floor to avoid strain.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Control the movement; avoid using momentum.
Lying Bent Legs Raise Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
rectus abdominis
waist
abdominal
intermediate