Weighted Side-lying Leg Raise
Muscle Groups: Abductors
Weighted Side-lying Leg Raise focuses on Abductors.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Side-lying Leg Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your side with your legs extended straight, one on top of the other.
- 2
Place a dumbbell or weight plate on the outside of your top thigh, holding it in place with your top hand.
- 3
Engage your core and, keeping your top leg straight, slowly raise it towards the ceiling as high as comfortable.
- 4
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, squeezing your outer thigh and glute.
- 5
Slowly lower your top leg back down to the starting position with control.
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