Hanging Straight Leg Raise
Expert Advice
Focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your legs rather than swinging or using momentum.
How-to-do Steps
- Hang from a special bar with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- With legs straight, lift them up to the bar in a controlled motion.
- Slowly lower your legs back down without swinging.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Hanging Straight Leg Raise primarily targets the Quads, Abs, with Strength mechanics using Special Bar. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads50%
Abs50%
Equipment
Special Bar
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Hanging Straight Leg Raise work?
Hanging Straight Leg Raise primarily targets the Quads, Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Special Bar.
How many sets and reps should I do for Hanging Straight Leg Raise?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Hanging Straight Leg Raise suitable for beginners?
Hanging Straight Leg Raise is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
