Seated Straddle Leg Lift

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Exercise overview

Training details

Hip Flexors Abs Core Quadriceps

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 10

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Sit tall in a wide straddle with the knees straight and hands on the floor in front.
02Brace the trunk and lean forward only enough to balance.
03Press the hands down and lift both heels a few centimeters.
04Pause with the knees straight and chest lifted without rocking backward.
05Lower slowly, reset the posture, and repeat.

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