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Lying Leg Raise

Long-lever ab challenge — press the lower back into the floor.

3 × 8–12 8 minrest 60s

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Equipment
bodyweight
Rest
60s between sets
Primary muscles
core
Also works
hip flexors

How to do it

  1. Lie flat, legs straight, hands under hips.
  2. Raise legs to 90° with control.
  3. Lower slowly to just above the floor.
  4. Don't let the lower back arch.

Form cues

  • Brace core
  • Full range of motion
  • Slow, controlled tempo

Common mistakes

  • Rushing reps
  • Losing tension at the top

Progressions

  • Master form → add reps → progress to harder variation

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