How to do the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down is a beginner multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using assisted, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hip Flexors and Obliques.
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Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors, Obliques
- Equipment
- Assisted
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and your arms by your sides.
- 2Place your hands under your glutes for support.
- 3Engage your abs and lift your legs off the ground, keeping them straight.
- 4While keeping your legs together, lower them to one side until they are a few inches above the ground.
- 5Pause for a moment, then lift your legs back to the starting position.
- 6Repeat the movement to the other side.
- 7Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down — questions
What muscles does the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down work?
The Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Hip Flexors, Obliques as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down?
You need assisted. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral Throw Down?
Assisted Hanging Knee Raise With Throw Down, Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down, Curl-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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