Beginner
Side-Lying Leg Lift
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Side-Lying Leg Lift is effective to build strength in the hip abductor muscles – responsible for pushing your leg away from your body, especially the gluteus minimus and gluteus medius muscles.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie down on one side. The arm closest to the floor should be extended directly over the head and shoulder, with the other arm bent and the hand resting on the thigh. Your legs should be extended and stacked on top of each other. -
Step 2
Slowly lift your top leg as high as you can. Pause and then return to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Side-Lying Leg Lift targets Abs, Hips, Legs, Obliques as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Do not use momentum to lift your leg. Move slowly.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top of each rep.
- Always keep your neck in line with your spine.
Side Plank With Leg Lift
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