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Leg-Lowering Drill

Lie on back and lower legs without letting the low back arch.

BeginnerBodyweight3 × 8–10
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Leg-Lowering Drill

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How to do the Leg-Lowering Drill

  1. 1Low back pressed down
  2. 2Slow leg lower
  3. 3Only lower as far as you can control

Benefits of the Leg-Lowering Drill

  • Builds strength and size in the lower abs through a full, controlled range of motion
  • Needs no equipment — trainable at home, outdoors or while traveling
  • Fits a home or hotel-room setup without sacrificing training quality

Sources

Exercise information is provided for general educational purposes. Choose movements appropriate for your ability level and stop if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical or fitness guidance when needed.

  1. 1Behm et al. (2016) — Acute effects of stretching on range of motion and performanceApplied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  2. 2Schoenfeld, Ogborn & Krieger (2017) — Dose-response of resistance training volume on hypertrophyJournal of Sports Sciences
  3. 3ACSM position stand (2009) — Progression models in resistance training for healthy adultsMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  4. 4Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionU.S. Department of Health and Human Services