Lying leg hip raise
Expert Advice
Focus on using your lower abs to lift your hips off the floor rather than swinging your legs for momentum.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie flat on your back with your hands placed beneath your glutes for support.
- Keep your legs straight and lift them up towards the ceiling until your hips slightly come off the floor.
- Lower your legs back down without letting your feet touch the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Lying leg hip raise primarily targets the Quads, Abs, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads50%
Abs50%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Lying leg hip raise work?
Lying leg hip raise primarily targets the Quads, Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lying leg hip 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 Lying leg hip raise suitable for beginners?
Lying leg hip 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.
