Anyone here old enough to remember the Legendary Abs program that used to be sold in the back of the muscle rags? I am, and I bought it and I am glad I did because it had a bunch of variations on the The Hanging Leg Raise, One of the Best Ab Exercises Goin’. In today’s log I am going to show you how I coach it.
This is one of those exercise where even if you don’t do it 100% right, it is still HARD and gives results. But with one little trick, it really makes your abs work even more.
Most people do these by lifting their legs up to about 90 degrees and then lowering. Sure your abs work, but mostly as a stabilizer, the Psoas does most of the work up to 90. Once you pass 90 degrees the abs really kick in.
A big problem is that many are simply not strong enough to curl up like a ladybug and get their knees up to the forehead.
What if we could activate the Rectus Ab to a higher degree from the start?
That would really make The Hanging Leg Raise One of the Best Ab Exercises Goin’ and the most complete.
Watch this really quick video (1:13) and see how to get the most out of them even if you can’t get your legs up past 90, and if do them regularly, your abs will get strong(er) fast, and you will be able to get them up all the way soon. For many, in a few short weeks.
Note: the video explains the Twisting Hanging Leg Raise in depth. Focus on the Hanging Crunch explained in the beginning of the video.
Bonus:
Strong(er) abs make all of your lifts go up and decrease your risk of injury.
Quick Tip:
Start using Spud Inc. Ab Straps and get the abs strong. Once you get them good and strong, ditch the straps and build your grip and shoulder mobility at the same time!
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C.J. Murphy
February 8, 2022
