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Standing Side Leg Raises
The Standing Side Leg Raises is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abductors, with the glutes and core assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Abductors
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Upper legs, Waist
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet together and hands on your hips for balance.
- Engage your core and lift one leg out to the side as high as possible without tilting the torso.
- Hold briefly at the top, then slowly lower the leg back to the starting position.
- Keep torso upright and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid leaning sideways or using momentum.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.
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