How to do Leg Raises
On the floorFlowing movementIntermediate
Leg Raises is a on the floor flowing stretch for your abdomen, hips and obliques.
Step by step
- 1Lie on your back with your arms by your sides, palms down.
- 2Keep your legs straight and together, and let your lower back rest on the floor.
What you should feel
Move slowly… with control.
Form tips
- Lower back stays pressed down. Control the way down. Exhale as you lift.
- Keep your lower back resting down.
- Breathe out as you lift.
Make it easier
Bend your knees if your lower back needs a gentler day.
Coming out of it
Lower your legs all the way down… and rest.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Leg Raises with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Leg Raises, cues you through the hold, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your abdomen and hips.
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