Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl
Muscle Groups: Glutes, Hamstrings
Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl focuses on Glutes, Hamstrings, with Abs, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back on the floor with one heel placed on a stability ball and your hips raised off the floor.
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Extend your other leg straight up towards the ceiling.
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Flex the knee of the leg on the ball, rolling the stability ball towards your glutes while keeping your hips elevated.
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Extend your leg, rolling the stability ball away from your glutes until your leg is mostly straight, returning to the starting position.
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Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch legs and repeat the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl primarily targets Glutes, Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, 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 Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Single-leg Swiss Ball Hip Raise and Leg Curl, 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.
