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Lying Leg Raise and Hold

Supine straight-leg raise held isometrically while the pelvis and lower back stay controlled.

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Lying Leg Raise and Hold demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsCoreHip Flexors

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

3 × 20 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back with both legs straight and the arms beside the body.
  2. 02Brace the abdomen and keep the lower back gently controlled against the floor.
  3. 03Raise both legs together to a height you can hold without the back arching.
  4. 04Maintain the position for the prescribed time while breathing normally.
  5. 05Lower the legs slowly, rest, and repeat.

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