Lying Leg Raises / Lifts
- Lie on your back on a mat with hands under your lower buttocks on either side to support your pelvis.
- Legs straight out in front of you, ankles together and feet slightly off the floor.
- Keep your knees straight and raise your legs by flexing the hips until they are completely flexed.
- Return to starting position.
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Lying leg raises / lifts is a at-home exercise that targets abs and also works lower back. Use the illustration and instructions above to learn how to perform this exercise with proper form. Related exercises that work similar muscle groups include Burpees / squat thrusts, seated cat cow and side plank dumbbell hip raises. Browse our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises.
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