Twisted Leg Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Sartorius, Quadriceps, Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Twisted Leg Raise
How to: Twisted Leg Raise
- Lie flat on your back with legs extended.
- Raise your legs to about 45 degrees while twisting your lower body.
- Keep your arms at your sides or extended to maintain balance.
- Lower your legs back to the starting position with control.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back instead of keeping it flat.
- Using momentum rather than control to lift the legs.
- Not fully engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the raise with knees bent to reduce difficulty.
- Complete the movement with one leg at a time if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Make sure to control the raising and lowering of your legs.
- Avoid arching your back; maintain a neutral spine.
Twisted Leg Raise Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
strength
waist
bodyweight
lower body