Side Leg Raises

Technique

How to perform Side Leg Raises

1. Stand upright and shift your weight onto one leg, using a nearby stable support for balance if desired.
2. Keep the free leg straight and swing it outward to the side through a controlled range.
3. Bring it back across the front of the stance leg without twisting your torso to create extra range.
4. Continue the smooth inward-and-outward motion, increasing the range gradually rather than forcing the end position.
5. Return the foot to the floor, change sides, and repeat.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved