Lever Seated Leg Raise Crunch
Step by step
How to perform
- Place your hands on either side of your hips, gripping the edge of the bench for support.
- Lean back slightly, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
- Slowly raise your legs, keeping them together, until they are parallel with the ground.
- Lower your legs back to the starting position and simultaneously lean forward to perform a crunch, then repeat the exercise.
Overview
About this exercise
The Lever Seated Leg Raise Crunch is a challenging exercise that primarily targets the core muscles, helping to improve abdominal strength and stability. It's an excellent choice for fitness enthusiasts at intermediate to advanced levels who want to enhance their core strength and definition. By incorporating this exercise into your routine, you can significantly improve your overall balance, posture, and functional movements, making daily tasks easier and reducing the risk of injury.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Avoid rushing through the exercise or using momentum to lift your legs. This can lead to injury and won't effectively target your abdominal muscles. Instead, focus on slow, controlled movements. Lift your legs until your knees are at a 90-degree angle, hold for a moment, then slowly lower them back down.
Remember, this exercise is meant to target your core, particularly your lower abs. Make sure you're actively engaging these muscles as you lift and lower your legs.
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