Lying Leg Raise to Side Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Quadriceps, Sartorius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3
- Alternate Names
- Side Leg Lift
How to: Lying Leg Raise to Side
- Lie on your side with your legs extended straight and stacked on top of each other.
- Engage your core and slowly lift your top leg as high as you can without bending your knee.
- Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then lower your leg back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the lift.
- Lifting the leg too high, which can stress the hip.
- Not engaging the core, leading to loss of stability.
Modifications
- Bend your knee slightly to reduce strain on the hip joint.
- Perform the exercise while seated if lying down is uncomfortable.
Tips
- Keep your back flat on the mat to avoid strain.
- Control your movements to engage your core effectively.
- Focus on lifting your leg rather than relying on momentum.
Lying Leg Raise to Side Alternatives
Tags
hips
waist
stretching
flexibility
beginner
bodyweight