How to do Rear Leg Raises
- Main muscle
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Stretching
How to do it
- 1
Place yourself on your hands knees on an exercise mat. Your head should be looking forward and the bend of the knees should create a 90-degree angle between the hamstrings and the calves. This will be your starting position.
- 2
Extend one leg up and behind you. The knee and hip should both extend. Repeat for 5-10 repetitions, and then switch sides.
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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