Leg Raises, Lying
The Leg Raises, Lying is a beginner gym mat exercise that works the Abs. Follow the steps below.
Target musclesAbs
EquipmentGym Mat
LevelBeginner
How to do the Leg Raises, Lying
- Lay down on a bench and hold onto the recliner with your hands to keep you stable.
- Hold your legs straight and lift them till they make an angle of about 45°.
- Make a short pause of 1 sec. and go slowly down to the initial position.
- To increase the intensity you can make a longer pause of 7 sec. every 5th time.
Recommended sets & reps
| Set | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 12 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 2 | 10 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 3 | 8 reps | 30s rest |
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