Leg Raise + Crunch

How to Leg Raise + Crunch

You Should Feel This: Abs

Equipment: Yoga Mat

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Lie flat on your back with your hands behind your head. Lift your legs in the air, so they are approximately 90 degrees from the floor.

2. Lower your right leg to the floor and simultaneously crunch your right shoulder blade toward your left knee. Keep your right leg straight and hold 1-2 inches off the ground.

3. Lift your right leg in the air, and simultaneously lower your right shoulder blade to the floor. Pause briefly. Repeat the movement with the opposite leg.

4. Lower your left leg to the floor and simultaneously crunch your left shoulder blade toward your right knee. Keep your left leg straight and hold 1-2 inches off the ground.

5. Lift your left leg in the air, and simultaneously lower your left shoulder blade to the floor. Pause briefly, and continue alternating legs for the specified amount of time.

6. You should feel this working your abs, obliques, and hip flexor muscles.

Alternative Exercises:

Ab Bike • Alternating V-Up