How to do Leg Lift
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Strength
Secondary muscles
How to do it
- 1
While standing up straight with both feet next to each other at around shoulder width, grab a sturdy surface such as the sides of a squat rack or the top of a chair to brace yourself and keep balance.
- 2
With or without an ankle weight, lift one leg behind you as if performing a leg curl but standing up while keeping the other leg straight. Breathe out as you perform this movement.
- 3
Slowly bring the raised leg back to the floor as you breathe in.
- 4
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
- 5
Repeat the movement with the opposite leg.
This page is general information. If you have an injury, pain or a health condition, check with a professional before doing this exercise.
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