The Hanging Straight Leg Hip Raise exercise is a challenging bodyweight movement that targets the muscles of the core, including the lower abdominals and hip flexors. It also engages the muscles of the lower back and glutes.
How to perform
To perform the Hanging Straight Leg Hip Raise exercise, follow these steps:1. Find a pull-up bar or a sturdy overhead support that you can hang from with your arms fully extended.
2. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
3. Engage your core and lift your legs straight out in front of you, keeping them together.
4. Slowly raise your legs up towards the ceiling, focusing on using your abdominal muscles to lift your hips off the ground.
5. Pause at the top of the movement, when your legs are perpendicular to the floor.
6. Lower your legs back down to the starting position with control, resisting the urge to swing.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
It is important to maintain proper form throughout the exercise by keeping your legs straight and avoiding swinging or using momentum to lift your legs. Start with a few reps and gradually increase as you build strength and control in your core muscles.
Equipment required
Body Weight
Body weight equipment includes items like resistance bands, stability balls, and suspension trainers. These tools are used for a wide range of exercises that focus on strength training, flexibility, balance, and stability. They are commonly used in bodyweight exercises that utilize the resistance of one's own body to build muscle and improve overall fitness.