How to do it
Initiate each leg raise from your lower abdominals rather than swinging.
- 1
Lie on your back with your hands placed under your glutes for support.
- 2
Lift your head and shoulders slightly off the ground.
- 3
Raise one leg off the ground while keeping the other leg straight and grounded.
- 4
Lower the raised leg back down without touching the floor and repeat with the opposite leg.
- 5
Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to protect your spine and engage your core muscles more effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the raised leg at the knee joint
- ✕Resting the foot on the floor between reps
- ✕Dropping the head and shoulders to the floor