Quadruped Leg Raise
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Quadruped Leg Raise focuses on Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Quadruped Leg Raise with proper form and technique.
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Start on your hands and knees, with your hands directly under your shoulders and your knees directly under your hips.
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Keep your back flat and your core engaged as you extend one leg straight back behind you, keeping your foot flexed.
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Lift your extended leg towards the ceiling, squeezing your glute at the top of the movement.
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Slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Quadruped Leg Raise primarily targets Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Quadruped Leg Raise, 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.
