Standing Side Front-Leg Raise
Tone your hips & legs with controlled front and side raises! Improve balance & stability with this bodyweight exercise.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides or on your hips for stability. Keep your back straight and your abdominal muscles engaged.
2. Shift your weight slightly onto your right leg, keeping the leg slightly bent.
3. Keeping your left leg straight, raise it to the side as high as comfortably possible without tilting your hips or torso. Keep your toes pointing forward and your movements controlled.
4. Lower your leg back down with control to the starting position.
5. Now, raise your left leg to the front, keeping the knee straight. You can slightly point your toes or keep the foot neutral.
6. Lower the leg back down with control to return to the starting position.
7. Complete the desired number of repetitions on the left leg before switching to the right leg.
8. Perform several sets as per your workout regime or fitness level.
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