strength · bodyweight
Lying Leg Raise
Long-lever ab challenge — press the lower back into the floor.
3 × 8–12 8 minrest 60s
Equipment
bodyweight
Rest
60s between sets
Primary muscles
core
Also works
hip flexors
How to do it
- Lie flat, legs straight, hands under hips.
- Raise legs to 90° with control.
- Lower slowly to just above the floor.
- Don't let the lower back arch.
Form cues
- ✓Brace core
- ✓Full range of motion
- ✓Slow, controlled tempo
Common mistakes
- ✗Rushing reps
- ✗Losing tension at the top
Progressions
- Master form → add reps → progress to harder variation