Side Abs Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Side Abs Leg Lift focuses on Obliques, with Abs, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Abs Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your side with your legs straight and stacked, supporting your head with your lower arm.
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Engage your core and lift your top leg toward the ceiling while keeping your hips steady, forming a straight line with your body.
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Lower your leg back down without letting it touch your bottom leg and repeat for the desired reps before switching sides.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Side Abs Leg Lift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to protect your lower back during the movement.
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Avoid rotating your hips; keep them stacked and facing forward throughout the exercise.
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Make sure to control the movement; don’t let your leg drop abruptly.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Abs Leg Lift primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Hips . 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 Side Abs Leg Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Side Abs Leg Lift, 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.
