Leg Raise, Lying

General And Specifics

• although the whole abs are trained, the focus is on the lower abs

Starting Position

• lay down onto the back on the ground or a fitness mat
• reach out the legs and keep the feet together
• the head is on the ground and the arms are next to the body
• place the palms of the hands on the floor

Correct Execution

• guide the outstretched legs up as high as you can
• the back and head do not move and stay onto the ground
• then let the legs sink down into the starting position again
• make sure, that you do not build a hollow-back
• keep up the body tension and do not let the legs lie on the ground, guide them up again right away
• repeat the exercise several times

tips for the workout

1. if this exercise is too hard, you can angle your legs
2. use weight cuffs or lift the arms a bit to make it more difficult