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How to do the Straight Arm and Leg Raise

Primary: Core.

Focuses on core engagement and control.

Demo video: Straight Arm and Leg Raise · from the Fitbe exercise library Open in Fitbe →

Step by step

  1. 1

    Exhale as you raise arm and leg.

  2. 2

    Keep your core tight.

  3. 3

    Control the movement.

Coaching cues

  • Maintain proper form

Sets, reps and where it fits

Muscle

3–4 × 12–16

rest 60–90 s

Strength

not a strength lift

use for assistance

Fat loss

3 × 12–16

rest 45–60 s

Impact: low Knee stress: low Spine load: low Home-friendly

Straight Arm and Leg Raise alternatives

Same movement pattern, different equipment or difficulty. Swap one-for-one in any plan.

Bicycle CrunchBodyweight · beginner Bird DogBodyweight · beginner CrunchBodyweight · beginner Dead BugBodyweight · beginner Flutter KickBodyweight · beginner Lying Leg RaiseBodyweight · beginner

Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Straight Arm and Leg Raise work?

Primary: Core.

How many sets and reps of Straight Arm and Leg Raise should I do?

For muscle: 3–4 sets of 12–16 reps. For strength on compound lifts: 4–5 sets of 4–6. Rest 60–120 seconds between sets.

What can I do instead of the Straight Arm and Leg Raise?

Same movement pattern, different equipment: Bicycle Crunch, Bird Dog, Crunch, Dead Bug, Flutter Kick, Lying Leg Raise.

Is the Straight Arm and Leg Raise good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement; start light, master the steps above and add load gradually.