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StrengthBody weight

Lying Single to Double Leg Raise

Intensity
12–20 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Quads50%
  • Abs50%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press your arms firmly into the floor beside your hips for stability.

  1. 1

    Lie on your back with your legs extended and arms by your sides.

  2. 2

    Raise one leg towards the ceiling while keeping the other leg hovering above the ground.

  3. 3

    Lower the raised leg and simultaneously raise the other leg.

  4. 4

    After doing a single leg raise on each side, raise both legs together towards the ceiling.

  5. 5

    Lower both legs back to the starting position and repeat the sequence for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to protect your spine and increase core activation.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Bending the knees during the leg raises
  • ✕Resting the non-working leg on the ground
  • ✕Swinging the legs up with momentum
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