Band Standing Straight Leg Raise
Description
The band standing straight leg raise is a standing hip flexor isolation move. The lifter loops a band around one ankle anchored low behind, then raises the leg straight forward against the band. It builds the hip flexors with constant resistance.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Band Standing Straight Leg Raise Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band low behind you.
- Loop the other end around one ankle.
- Step forward to take tension on the band.
- Stand tall with hands on a wall or chair for support.
- Brace your core and keep the standing leg straight.
- Raise the working leg straight forward against the band.
- Lift to about hip height squeezing the hip flexor.
- Lower back to the start with control. Complete reps and switch sides.
Band Standing Straight Leg Raise Form & Visual
Band Standing Straight Leg Raise Benefits
- Strong hip flexor builder
- Constant band tension
- Trains balance
- Useful warm-up
- Strong band move
- Builds quad strength
Band Standing Straight Leg Raise Muscles Worked
- Hip flexors
- Quadriceps
- Rectus abdominis
Band Standing Straight Leg Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Lying Leg Raise
- Hanging Knee Raise
- Cable Hip Flexion
- Standing Leg Raise
