Hip Raises
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 Hip Raises
Start lying on your back with legs extended upwards towards the sky. Engage your core and lift your hips off the floor, pushing upwards, then lower them back down.
Common mistakes
Avoid using momentum or arching your back. Maintain a controlled movement.
Breathing
Inhale when hips are on the ground; exhale as you lift your hips upwards.
Muscles worked
Primary Muscles
Lower Abs
Secondary Muscles
Upper Abs, Obliques, Hip Flexors
