Leg Lifts

This ab exercise mainly works your lower abs, with help from your upper abs, obliques and hip flexors. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.

Rep Range
Time Based

How to do Leg Lifts

Lie on your back, hands under hips. Raise legs straight up, then lift hips slightly. Lower hips and legs without touching the floor.

Common mistakes

Avoid arching the back or using momentum. Keep movements controlled.

Breathing

Inhale when lowering; exhale lifting legs and hips.

Muscles worked

Primary Muscles
Lower Abs
Secondary Muscles
Upper Abs, Obliques, Hip Flexors