Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Lying Leg Lift.
The lying leg lift is a bodyweight core exercise performed flat on your back, targeting the lower abdominals by raising both legs from the floor to a vertical position. Keeping the lower back pressed into the floor throughout the movement ensures proper activation and protects the spine.
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The Lying Leg Lift is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.