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Parallel bar leg raise

A isolation exercise for the abs, with help from the triceps, quads. Equipment: dip bars.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Support yourself on straight arms between parallel bars.
  2. Lift straight legs to hip height
  3. Lower under control

Muscles worked

Parallel bar leg raise: 3D figure mid-rep with the abs highlighted

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