Downward Dog Leg Raise
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Downward Dog Leg Raise strengthens the core, glutes, and hamstrings while improving balance and flexibility. This dynamic yoga-inspired movement combines a standard plank and leg raise, promoting stability and muscular endurance.
How to do it
- Start in a downward dog position with hands shoulder-width apart and hips raised.
- Engage your core, lift one leg straight back and up, keeping hips level.
- Hold the position briefly, then lower the leg back to the starting position.
- Alternate and repeat with the other leg.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Gastrocnemius Hamstrings Obliques
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