Decline Leg Raise Exercise Guide

Introduction.

The Decline Leg Raise is a core muscle exercise that targets the abdominals. This is an isolation exercise which is well suited to intermediate lifters.

Alternatives.

• Lying leg raise

Notes.

• Use either a decline bench with a handle or an inclined ab bench.

Technique.

• Lie backwards on a decline bench or ab bench and grasp the handle above your head.
• Raise your legs until they are vertical, keeping your legs straight and lifting your butt up.
• Crunch your abs to bring your legs up over your head until your toes are over your head.
• Maintain a 90 degree angle between your torso and your legs at all times.

Abdominal Muscle Diagram.