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Seated Leg Raise

Supported seated bent-knee raise lifting both knees toward the chest while the torso remains mostly fixed.

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Seated Leg Raise demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsHip FlexorsCore

Equipment

Bench

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit on the edge of a bench or seat and hold the sides for support.
  2. 02Lean back slightly while keeping your chest lifted and your core engaged.
  3. 03Start with your knees bent and feet close to the floor.
  4. 04Lift your knees toward your chest without swinging your body.
  5. 05Lower your legs slowly until your feet are just above the floor, then repeat.

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