Vertical Leg Raise
Vertical Leg Raise is a more challenging variation of Vertical Knee Raise. By keeping your legs straight as you raise them up and away from you, you add significantly more resistance to this exercise. Keeping your legs extended also forces you to engage your quadriceps. This is a great variation for anyone looking to make their Vertical Knee Raises more challenging.
How to Perform Vertical Leg Raise
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Vertical Leg Raise is a more challenging variation of Vertical Knee Raise. By keeping your legs straight as you raise them up and away from you, you add significantly more resistance to this exercise. Keeping your legs extended also forces you to engage your quadriceps.
Benefits
- ✓Targets Abs
- ✓Suitable for intermediate level trainees
Safety & Form Tips
- • Always warm up before performing this exercise
- • Maintain proper form throughout the movement
- • Start with lighter weights to master technique
- • Consult a fitness professional if unsure about form
Quick Facts
- Muscle Groups
- Abs
- Equipment Needed
- Vertical Bench (Vertical Knee Raise)
- Body Parts
- Abs
- Difficulty
- intermediate
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