Leg Raise Hip Lift with Head up
Equipment
Lift your legs straight up towards the ceiling until they are perpendicular to your torso.
While keeping your legs straight, lift your hips off the ground by using your lower abdominal muscles, pushing your feet straight up towards the ceiling.
Slowly lower your hips back to the mat without letting your legs touch the ground, maintaining the head-up position.
Repeat this process for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring to engage your abs throughout the exercise.
Pro Tip
Engage Your Core: The Leg Raise Hip Lift with Head up is a core-focused exercise, so it's important to engage your core muscles throughout the entire movement. This means tightening your abdominal muscles as if you were bracing for a punch to the stomach. This will help to stabilize your body and protect your lower back. Avoid Straining Your Neck: A common mistake to avoid is straining your neck when lifting your head and shoulders off the ground. Instead of using your neck muscles to lift your head, focus on using your abdominal muscles. A good technique is to imagine holding an apple between your chin and your chest, which can help keep your