Assisted Straight Leg Raise

Pro Tip

If you are working out at home or don't have access to a bench, any sturdy object you can hold onto that will not move can work as a replacement.

How To

Lie on the ground next to a bench in a supine position with your head facing upwards, legs fully extended in the air, and hands holding onto a bench.
Exhale and raise your legs, keeping them straight while holding onto the bench for support.
Continue until your legs point straight up.
Inhale and lower your legs, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Lower Abs

Lower abdomen, from just above your belly button to your pubis. The lower half of the six pack abs.

Secondary Muscle Groups

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.

Quads

Muscles spanning the front of your thigh.

Upper Abs

Upper abdomen, from just above your belly button to your sternum. The upper half of the six pack abs.

Equipment

Bodyweight

This means that the exercise requires you to use your bodyweight as resistance but you also need other equipment to successfully perform the exercise.

Flat Bench Without Rack

If you can't find this bench, consider using a flat bench with rack instead. If your exercise requires you to use a barbell or bar, you cannot substitute. If you do not need to use either, you probably can substitute.