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Exercise guide
Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating
The Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating targets the lower abs by lifting one leg at a time. Alternating legs reduces momentum and helps maintain core control throughout the movement.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
Yes
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating
- 01
Lie flat on your back with legs extended.
- 02
Place your hands under your hips or at your sides for support.
- 03
Brace your core and press your lower back into the floor.
- 04
Lift one leg upward while keeping it straight.
- 05
Lower it back down with control.
- 06
Repeat with the opposite leg.
- 07
Continue alternating for the desired number of reps.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Keep your lower back pressed into the floor.
- Move slowly to maintain tension.
- Avoid lifting both legs at once unless intended.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating work?
The Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating primarily targets the Abs.
Is the Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating a compound or isolation exercise?
The Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.
What equipment do I need for the Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating?
The Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.
What difficulty level is the Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating?
The Bodyweight Floor Leg Raise Alternating is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
