How to do the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With 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 Quadriceps.
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Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Assisted
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With 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 core and lift your legs off the ground, keeping them straight.
- 4Raise your legs until they are perpendicular to the ground.
- 5Lower your legs back down to the starting position.
- 6Simultaneously, throw your legs down towards the ground, keeping them straight.
- 7Raise your legs back up to the starting position.
- 8Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down — questions
What muscles does the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down work?
The Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Throw Down primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Hip Flexors, Quadriceps as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Lying Leg Raise With 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 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 Throw Down?
Assisted Hanging Knee Raise With Throw Down, Assisted Lying Leg Raise With Lateral 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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