Side Lying Diagonal Backward Leg Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Tensor Fasciae Latae, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Diagonal Leg Raise
How to: Side Lying Diagonal Backward Leg Raise
- Lie on your side with your legs straight and stacked on top of one another.
- Engage your core and keep your hips stacked.
- Lift your top leg diagonally backwards without rotating your hips.
- Pause briefly at the top of the motion before lowering your leg back down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the body straight during the exercise.
- Using momentum to lift the leg instead of engaging muscles.
- Lifting too high, which can strain the lower back.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a small cushion under your hip for support.
- Modify the range of motion by lifting the leg only halfway.
Tips
- Keep your body aligned to avoid straining your back.
- Engage your core during the movement to stabilize your body.
- Control the motion rather than letting gravity do the work.
Side Lying Diagonal Backward Leg Raise Alternatives
Tags
hips
glutes
strength
bodyweight
beginner
stability