The Hanging Leg Raise

Position

1. Grasp the handles of the leg raise apparatus to support your body. Hang your body straight down.

2. Keep your knees slightly bent throughout the entire movement.

Execution

1. Raise your legs until they are just past parallel to the floor, lower and repeat. Do not swing your body. For those who are unable to perform this exercise with straight legs, try bending your knees and tucking them into the waist at each repetition. Remember to try and point your toes downward. After a few weeks, you will be able to do this exercise with straight legs.

To see a video on how to perform this exercise, please click here.