Main Muscle Group : Glutes
Detailed Muscle Group : Calves
Other Muscle Groups : Upper Legs
Type : Strength
Mechanics : Compound
Equipment : Body Only
Difficulty : Beginner
The leg lift exercise is a great workout to stretch and strengthen your glute and hamstring muscles.
Steps :
1.) Start off either using a post or tall weight bench for balance stand straight with your abs drawn in.
2.) Raise one leg off of the ground and extend it behind you while standing and stabilizing on the other leg.
3.) Slowly lower the leg and raise it again while flexing the glutes.
4.) Repeat with your other leg.