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Visual demonstration of the Alternate Lying Floor Leg Raise exercise

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Intermediate

Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Abs Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
Lower back
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise guide

Alternate Lying Floor Leg Raise

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Alternate Lying Floor Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise targeting Hip Flexors (iliopsoas), Abdominals (rectus abdominis), Quadriceps (quadriceps femoris).

Step by step

How to perform it

  1. Lie on your back with your legs extended straight and your arms resting by your sides.
  2. Lift both legs, straight towards the ceiling until they go past your hips.
  3. Lower your legs halfway down, then lift them back up towards the ceiling.
  4. Lower your legs back down to the initial position. Repeat the movement.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026

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