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Seated Leg Lift

Strengthen your core & hip flexors with Seated Leg Lifts! A simple exercise to improve stability.

Ms. Grey
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Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

  1. Starting Position:

    • Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.

    • Position your hands behind your hips for support, fingers pointing towards your feet.

    • Keep your back straight and engage your core.

  2. Leg Positioning:

    • Bend your knees slightly and place your feet flat on the floor.

    • Your feet should be shoulder-width apart.

  3. Movement:

    • Slowly lift your right leg off the ground, keeping your knee bent at about a 90-degree angle.

    • Raise your leg until your thigh is parallel to the ground.

    • Hold this position for a moment.

  4. Return to Start:

    • Lower your leg back down to the starting position slowly and with control.

  5. Repetition:

    • Repeat the lift for 10-15 repetitions.

    • Switch to your left leg and perform the same steps.

  6. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you prepare to lift your leg.

    • Exhale as you lift your leg and hold the position.

    • Inhale again as you lower your leg down.

  7. Tips:

    • Keep your upper body steady and avoid leaning back.

    • Focus on using your hip muscles to lift your leg.

    • Start with one set and gradually increase to two or three sets as you build strength.

  8. Cool Down:

    • After completing the exercise, gently stretch your legs to relax the muscles.

This exercise helps to strengthen the hip flexors and improve core stability.