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1.01
StrengthBody weight

Alternate Leg Raise from Reverse Plank Position

Intensity
12–20 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Quads50%
  • Abs50%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Point your fingers toward your heels and spread them wide for a stable base.

  1. 1

    Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you and hands behind your hips.

  2. 2

    Press into your hands to lift your body into a reverse plank position.

  3. 3

    Alternate lifting each leg up while keeping your body stable.

  4. 4

    Keep your movements controlled and avoid rocking side to side.

Expert tip

Keep your hips elevated and your body in a straight line from shoulders to heels to engage the core and quads effectively.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Bending the support elbows mid leg raise
  • ✕Swinging the lifted leg up with momentum
  • ✕Dropping the chest and head forward
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