Sideways Lifts Vertical (straight legs) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Straight Leg Side Lifts
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Sideways Lifts Vertical (straight legs)
- Lie on your side with your legs straight and stacked on top of each other.
- Engage your core muscles and lift your top leg straight up towards the ceiling.
- Pause at the top of the lift, then slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively during the lift.
- Not controlling the descent of the legs.
- Letting the legs drop too quickly.
Modifications
- Bend your knees to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is difficult.
Tips
- Engage your core tightly throughout the exercise.
- Keep your legs straight and together to maximize focus on the target muscles.
- Control the movement both up and down to avoid using momentum.
Sideways Lifts Vertical (straight legs) Alternatives
Tags
waist
core
strength
abs
obliques
bodyweight
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