Weighted Quadruped Leg Raise
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Weighted Quadruped Leg Raise focuses on Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted 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 knees under your hips.
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Place a light dumbbell behind one knee, securing it by flexing your calf towards your hamstring.
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Keeping your back flat and core engaged, lift the weighted leg straight back and up towards the ceiling.
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Extend your hip until your thigh is parallel to the floor or slightly higher, squeezing your glute at the top.
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Slowly lower the leg back down to the starting position, maintaining control of the dumbbell.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
