Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars)
Expert Advice
Avoid swinging your legs or using momentum; focus on using your core muscles to lift your legs.
How-to-do Steps
- Grip the parallel bars and lift your body off the ground, keeping your legs straight.
- With a controlled motion, raise your legs until they are parallel with the ground.
- Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position without swinging.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars) 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 Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars) work?
Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars) 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 Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars)?
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 Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars) suitable for beginners?
Vertical Leg Raise (on parallel bars) 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.
