Lying Hover Leg Clap (Abduction)
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
This exercise targets the core muscles, focusing on stability and control. It involves lying on your back and alternating leg movements while maintaining an engaged core, helping to improve abdominal strength and hip flexibility.
How to do it
- Lie on your back with your legs straight and arms by your sides.
- Engage your core and lift your legs slightly off the ground.
- Alternate clapping your legs together and opening them back out while keeping them elevated.
- Maintain a steady breathing pattern and control the movement.
- Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Iliopsoas Obliques