How to Do Standing Side Leg Raises Exercise Properly

Exercise Guide, Glutes & Hip Flexors / By Focus Fitness

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Major Muscles Worked

Gluteal Muscles
Hip Flexors

Other Muscles Worked

Oblique Muscles
Calves
Lower Back

Standing Side Leg Raises Guide

Stand beside a sturdy chair with feet slightly apart using the chair for support and balance.
Breathe in slowly.
Breathe out and slowly lift one leg out to the side. Keep your back straight and your toes facing forward. The leg you are standing on should be slightly bent.
Raise the leg as high as possible then breathe in as you slowly lower your leg.
Do 10 to 15 rep as you alternate each leg. You can do any amount of reps that may have been specifically recommended to you other than the 10.

Trainer’s Tips

Ensure ab muscles are tight in order to get more engagement.
Feel free to use ankle weights to make the exercise more challenging.

Benefits of the Standing Side Leg Raises Exercise

It helps in building your gluteal and oblique muscles.
It also helps in hip movement and strengthening of hip flexors.
It can be done anywhere and without using any gym equipment.