Want to learn how to do Swiss Ball Leg Curl / Hip Raise? Read on further for detailed workout instructions, notes, video and pro tips for learning proper form and train better for it.
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What is Swiss Ball Leg Curl / Hip Raise?
This exercise helps in working out your Glutes & Hamstrings.
What muscles does it workout?
Primary muscle: Glutes & Hamstrings are the muscles primarily benefited by performing this exercise.
Secondary muscle: Abs & Obliques, Middle & Lower Back / Lats are the secondary muscles benefited by this exercise.
What equipment is required?
Swiss / Exercise ball is used for this exercise.
How to do Swiss Ball Leg Curl / Hip Raise?
Performing the 9 steps below, you will be able to do this exercise properly:
- Lay down on a exercise mat with your back back facing it.
- Let your feet rest on top of a Swiss ball.
- Have your feet assist you to roll away the ball from you until you fully extend your legs.
- Maintaining your ankles on the ball and your shoulders flat on the exercising mat, press downwards using your feet to raise your hips from the floor.
- In order to pull the ball towards you, bend your knees.
- Stretch this movement to as far as possible.
- Hold for a moment.
- Extend your legs until they straight again and return to the initial position.
- Repeat.
What is the difficulty level?
This exercise is Easy to perform.
Who all can perform Swiss Ball Leg Curl / Hip Raise?
Anyone can perform this exercise.
What other exercises benefit the same primary muscles?
Yes, Following are the 4 exercises which benefits the same primary muscles as this exercise does:
- Dumbbell Deadlift
- Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift
- Single Leg Glute Bridge / Hip Extension
- Donkey Kicks
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