How to do Lying Side Leg Raise
On the floorHoldBoth sidesBeginner
Lying Side Leg Raise is a on the floor stretch for your abdomen, glutes and lower back. Do it on one side, then switch.
Step by step
- 1Lie on your left side with your legs long and your head resting on your left arm.
- 2Put your right hand on your hip and lift your right leg up.
What you should feel
Keep your hips stacked… quiet and still.
Form tips
- Toes point forward, not to the ceiling. Reach long through the right heel. Feel the outer right hip working.
- Feel the outside of your right hip working.
- Breathe slowly… let your head rest heavy.
Make it easier
If your hip feels sensitive, bend your bottom knee for support.
Coming out of it
Slowly lower your leg 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.
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