How to do it
Lower your legs over a controlled three-second count.
- 1
Lie flat on your back with your hands placed beneath your glutes for support.
- 2
Keep your legs straight and lift them up towards the ceiling until your hips slightly come off the floor.
- 3
Lower your legs back down without letting your feet touch the ground.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on using your lower abs to lift your hips off the floor rather than swinging your legs for momentum.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the leg raise
- ✕Resting the feet on the floor between reps
- ✕Arching the lower back off the floor