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Lever Abdominal Leg Raise

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Lever Abdominal Leg Raise.

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About this exercise

A machine-supported abdominal exercise in which you brace yourself on a lever apparatus and raise both legs, isolating the lower abs and hip flexors with controlled resistance. The machine stabilises the upper body so the abdominal muscles can work without compensating movements from the arms or shoulders.

How to Perform

  • Set up on the lever machine with your back against the pad and forearms resting on the arm supports
  • Grip the handles and allow your legs to hang freely beneath you
  • Brace your core and curl your pelvis slightly forward as you raise both legs toward your chest
  • Pause briefly at the top when your hips are fully flexed
  • Lower your legs back down in a slow, controlled manner, resisting gravity
  • Avoid swinging your legs — initiate each rep from the abs, not from momentum

Muscle Activation

Primary
Abs
Secondary
Core

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes content is coming soon.

About the Lever Abdominal Leg Raise

The Lever Abdominal Leg Raise 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.

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