Hip lift
A isolation exercise for the abs. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Lie on your back, legs straight up, arms on the floor.
- Lift the hips straight up off the floor
- Lower slowly without swinging the legs
Muscles worked

Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all hip lift alternatives.
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