Band Lever Abdominal Leg Raise

1. Attach resistance bands: Start by attaching resistance bands to the lever machine at the footrest where your heels would go and adjust the machine to fit your height.

2. Position your body: Stand on the machine with your back against the pad and grip the handles firmly at chest level.

3. Secure your feet: Place your feet under the padded bars and make sure the bands are securely attached to both your feet and the machine.

4. Lift your legs: Brace your core and begin the movement by slowly lifting your feet off the ground, raising your knees towards your chest by flexing at the hip. The resistance bands will make this more challenging as you lift your legs.

5. Pause at the top: Once you've lifted your legs as high as you can, pause briefly at the top of the movement, keeping constant tension in the abdominals.

6. Lower your legs: Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position, resisting the pull of the bands as you return to the beginning of the movement.

7. Repeat: Repeat the lift for the desired number of repetitions and sets, ensuring to maintain control and proper form throughout the exercise.

Tips: Keep the motion controlled and avoid using momentum to swing the legs. Focus on engaging the abs throughout the entire movement for maximum benefit. If the resistance feels too easy or too difficult, adjust the bands or your foot placement to vary the tension. As with any exercise, start with lighter resistance to focus on form before increasing to a higher level of tension.

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