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Leg raises are a core exercise where you lie on your back and lift your straight legs toward the ceiling, then lower them under control. They strongly target the lower rectus abdominis and hip flexors, with the deep core working to keep your spine stable throughout. Lie flat with your legs extended and hands under your glutes or by your sides, then raise your legs until they point upward, keeping them as straight as your flexibility allows. Lower them slowly without letting your lower back arch off the floor; if it lifts, reduce your range or bend your knees slightly. Press your lower back down throughout and keep the motion smooth rather than jerky. Leg raises build lower-ab strength and control, and the slow lowering phase is where much of the work happens, so resist the urge to drop your legs quickly.

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