Monday, March 9, 2015

Abdominal Leg Raises target Core Center Six-pack



Leg raises motion tutorial - target exercise area: Center abdomen. Learn the proper technique to strengthen the Rectus Abdominis core muscles and build definition into the center six pack ab! Leg raises can the performed anywhere and anytime!

Tips: Stay relaxed in your upper body while your core is engaged throughout the exercise! Slow the action down and do not bend at the knees.

Leg raises help with:

  1. Greater spinal support 
  2. Increased strength in core muscles 
  3. Improved strength and range of motion in hip flexors

Try and do 2 sets of 20 repetitions and follow with a AB core stretch, as well as the the full-body stretch.

And remember to:

a) Use slow controlled movements

b) Maintain good form

c) Maintain a neutral spine alignment

d) Do not pull on your neck

e) Breathe naturally

Torso exercises are integral to overall power and tone and fitness and abdominal training increases the mass of the abdominal muscle fibers, and greater mass means greater power and fitness health.

Good luck with your exercises and health goals and thanks for watching!


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