Vertical Leg Raise (On Parallel Bars)

How to perform

How to do the Vertical Leg Raise on Parallel Bars:

1. Start by gripping the parallel bars with your hands shoulder-width apart and your arms fully extended. Your body should be hanging freely beneath the bars.

2. Engage your core muscles and lift your legs up in front of you, keeping them straight and together. Your body should form a straight line from your shoulders to your toes.

3. Continue lifting your legs until they are parallel to the ground, or as high as your flexibility allows. Make sure to keep your legs straight throughout the movement.

4. Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position, being mindful not to swing or use momentum to lift them.

5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips for the Vertical Leg Raise on Parallel Bars:

- Focus on controlling the movement with your core muscles rather than using momentum.
- Keep your body in a straight line and avoid swinging or bending at the knees.
- If you are unable to lift your legs all the way to parallel, start with smaller raises and gradually work your way up to higher reps and greater range of motion.
- To make the exercise more challenging, try lifting your legs to the side or in a circular motion rather than straight up.

The Vertical Leg Raise on Parallel Bars is a great exercise for strengthening the lower abdominal muscles and improving overall core stability. It can be incorporated into a bodyweight workout routine or used as a finisher to target the abs specifically.

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.