Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench
Description
The lying leg raise on a flat bench uses the end of the bench to extend the range of motion. The legs can drop slightly below the bench level at the bottom for a longer stretch on the lower abs.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench Instructions
- Lie on a flat bench with the hips near the end.
- Grip the sides of the bench above your head for support.
- Extend the legs straight out so they hang slightly off the end.
- Brace the core and press the lower back to the bench.
- Lift the legs up toward the ceiling keeping them straight.
- Stop when the legs are roughly vertical.
- Lower the legs back down past the bench line for a stretch.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench Form & Visual
Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench Benefits
- Bench position adds range of motion compared to the floor.
- Hammers the lower abs and hip flexors.
- Bench grip stabilizes the upper body.
- Builds core strength with a long lever.
- Carryover to hanging leg raises.
- Develops anterior core endurance.
Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Hip flexors
- Obliques
- Quadriceps
Lying Leg Raise Flat Bench Variations & Alternatives
- Lying Leg Raise
- Hanging Leg Raise
- Reverse Crunch
- V Up
