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Visual demonstration of the Alternating Leg Lifts exercise

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Beginner

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

Alternating Leg Lifts

3 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Alternating Leg Lifts is a bodyweight exercise targeting Abdominals (rectus abdominis), Hip Flexors (iliopsoas), Quadriceps (quadriceps femoris).

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How to perform it

  1. Lie down on your back with your legs straight and hands behind your head.
  2. Raise one of your legs straight towards the ceiling without bending your knee.
  3. Slowly lower your leg back towards the floor and simultaneously raise the other leg.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026

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