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Abs · Intermediate

Weighted Dumbbell Lying Knee Raise

Dumbbell-loaded lying knee or leg raise challenging abdominal and hip-flexor control.

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Exercise overview

Training details

AbsHip Flexors

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back on a bench with your legs hanging off the end.
  2. 02Hold a dumbbell between your feet and engage your core.
  3. 03With control, lift your legs towards your chest, keeping them straight.
  4. 04Lower your legs back down to the starting position without swinging.
  5. 05Complete the prescribed repetitions while maintaining the same alignment and control.

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