Incline Leg Hip Raise
Incline Leg Hip Raise demonstration
Watch the demo so setup and tempo are clear before you follow the step-by-step cues.
Performing the: A Step-by-Step Tutorial Incline Leg Hip Raise
Work through the cues in order so setup, bracing, and reps stay consistent before you add load.
- Ensure that your hips are at the edge of the bench, allowing your legs to hang off the edge.
- Inhale and brace your core, then lift your legs and hips towards your chest in a smooth, controlled motion.
- At the top of the movement, your body should form a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
- Slowly lower your legs and hips back down to the starting position, exhaling as you go, and repeat the exercise for your desired number of repetitions.
Tips for Performing Incline Leg Hip Raise
Form reminders that keep range of motion and control in check once the basic pattern feels stable.
- Controlled Movements: When raising your legs, do so in a controlled manner. Avoid swinging your legs or using momentum to lift them, as this can lead to back strain and won't effectively target the intended muscles. Your legs should be raised until they're pointing towards the ceiling, then slowly lowered back down.
- Engage Your Core: Throughout the exercise, make sure to engage your core. This not only helps to stabilize your body but also ensures that the focus of the exercise is on your abdominal muscles. A common mistake is to let the lower back or legs do most of the work, which can lead to strain and injury.
- Breathing Technique: Proper breathing technique
Can beginners do the Incline Leg Hip Raise?
A short framing note on whether this pattern suits newer lifters before you load it heavily.
Yes, beginners can do the Incline Leg Hip Raise exercise. However, it's important to start with a lower intensity and gradually increase as your strength and endurance improve. As with any exercise, proper form is crucial to prevent injury. If you're new to exercising, it may be beneficial to have a trainer or experienced individual guide you through the process.
What are common variations of the Incline Leg Hip Raise?
Compare these progressions when the main pattern is solid or you need a different stimulus with similar equipment.
- Weighted Incline Leg Hip Raise: For this variation, you hold a small weight between your feet as you perform the exercise, increasing the resistance and making the exercise more challenging.
- Single-Leg Incline Hip Raise: In this variation, instead of raising both legs simultaneously, you raise one leg at a time, which can help to isolate and target each side of your lower abs individually.
- Incline Leg Hip Raise with a Medicine Ball: This involves squeezing a medicine ball between your legs as you raise your hips, increasing the difficulty and engaging your inner thighs as well.
- Incline Leg Hip Raise with Ankle Weights: By attaching ankle weights, you add an extra level of resistance to the exercise, making your muscles work harder and potentially leading to faster strength gains



