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Twisted Leg Raise (Female)

Twisted Leg Raise (Female): step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partwaist
Primary muscles
abs, obliques
Secondary muscles
hip flexors
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How to do it

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and your arms by your sides.
  2. Bend your knees and lift your legs off the ground, bringing them towards your chest.
  3. As you lift your legs, twist your hips to one side, bringing your knees towards your opposite shoulder.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement, this time twisting your hips to the other side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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