Keep your left hand on the floor in front of you for balance, and make sure your body is aligned from head to toe.
Slowly lift your top leg (left leg) upwards as high as you can, keeping it straight and without moving the rest of your body.
Hold the position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides and perform the exercise with your right leg.
Pro Tip
Controlled Movement: Avoid rapid, jerky movements. Instead, lift your top leg slowly and with control, keeping your toes pointed forward, not upwards. This ensures you're using your hip muscles, not your thigh muscles. Maintain Alignment: Keep your hips stacked directly on top of each other and avoid rolling your body backward or forward. This maintains the focus on the targeted muscles and prevents strain on the lower back. Don't Lift Too High: It's a common misconception that lifting your leg higher will increase the exercise's effectiveness. However, lifting your leg too high can cause you to use your back muscles instead of your hip muscles. Lift your leg only as high as you