Band Lying Leg and Hip Raise
Description
The band lying leg and hip raise adds band resistance to a classic leg raise with a hip lift at the top. The band increases tension in the lower abs and hip flexors.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Band Lying Leg and Hip Raise Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band low on a sturdy point.
- Lie on your back with the head away from the anchor.
- Loop the band around the feet or ankles.
- Brace the core and press the lower back to the floor.
- Lift the legs up toward the ceiling against the band.
- At the top, drive the hips up off the floor.
- Lower the hips and legs back to the start with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Band Lying Leg and Hip Raise Form & Visual
Band Lying Leg and Hip Raise Benefits
- Hammers the lower abs and hip flexors.
- Band adds tension throughout the range.
- Builds core strength with progressive resistance.
- Carryover to hanging leg raises.
- Easy to scale by adjusting band tension.
- Develops anterior core stability.
Band Lying Leg and Hip Raise Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Hip flexors
- Obliques
- Quadriceps
