The L-sit single leg raise is a challenging exercise that offers several functional fitness benefits. It will help to build core and hip flexor strength to better support your lower back.
Here are the steps to perform this exercise:
- Start by sitting on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you and your hands on the ground beside your hips. Your fingers should be pointing forward, and your palms should be flat on the ground.
- Lift your body off the ground by pressing down through your hands and engaging your core. If you are strong enough, you can push yourself up until your bottom is off the ground and your weight is solely resting on your palms and the heels of your feet. If this is too hard, you can keep your lower limbs supported by the floor. However, your legs should be straight, and both your core and leg muscles should be engaged.
- Once you are in the L-sit position, lift one leg off the ground, keeping it straight and parallel to the floor. Then slowly lower the leg back down to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise and try to maintain the L-sit position as you lift and lower your legs.
Aim to perform 2-3 sets of 5-10 repetitions on each leg.