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Vertical leg raise (on parallel bars)

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Vertical leg raise (on parallel bars) is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the abs, also working the quads.

What it works

Primary muscle

Abs

Also works

Quads

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Core
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Hang from the parallel bars with your arms fully extended and your body straight.
  2. 2Engage your core and lift your legs up in front of you, keeping them straight.
  3. 3Continue lifting until your legs are parallel to the ground or slightly higher.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

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Easier variations

  • Assisted lying leg raise with lateral throw downMachine
  • Assisted lying leg raise with throw downMachine
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