Lying Hip Leg Raise (on floor) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Rectus Abdominis, Adductors, Quadriceps, Adductor Longus, Sartorius, Pectineous
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Hip Raise
How to: Lying Hip Leg Raise (on floor)
- Lie flat on your back with your legs extended.
- Keep your arms at your sides or under your hips for support.
- Raise your legs to about 45 degrees while keeping them straight.
- Pause at the top and then lower them back down slowly without touching the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Lifting your back off the ground.
- Focusing too much on lifting instead of control.
Modifications
- Bend your knees to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Perform the raise with a slight bend in the knees for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid lifting your lower back off the ground to prevent injury.
- Control the movement to maximize effectiveness.
Lying Hip Leg Raise (on floor) Alternatives
Tags
core
legs
strength
waist
flexibility
beginner