Elevator Abs
Muscle Groups: Abs, Shoulders, Back
Elevator Abs focuses on Abs, Shoulders, Back, with Shoulders, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Elevator Abs with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your legs extended straight and your hands placed under your lower back or glutes for support.
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Engage your core and lift your legs a few inches off the floor, keeping them straight.
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Continue to lift your legs to a 45-degree angle from the floor, maintaining control.
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Lift your legs further until they are perpendicular to the floor, forming a 90-degree angle with your body.
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Slowly lower your legs back down to the 45-degree angle, controlling the movement with your core.
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Continue lowering your legs until they are just a few inches above the floor again, without letting them touch down.
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From this position, immediately begin the next repetition by lifting your legs back up to the 45-degree angle.
Secondary Muscles
While Elevator Abs primarily targets Abs, Shoulders, Back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Elevator Abs, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Elevator Abs, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
