Lower back rounds excessively on the raise
Spinal flexion compensates for weak hip flexors.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeHamstrings
Corrective work
Foam RollHamstrings↗StretchHamstring stretch with strap↗Core · Core
Seated Leg Raise (Bench)
Coaching cues
- Sit at the edge of a bench; hands gripping the sides
- Lean back slightly; brace the core
- Raise both legs together; keep them straight
- Lower slowly; don't let feet touch the floor between reps
Common faults 2
Trunk rocks back to momentum the legs up
Body uses a falling motion rather than muscle contraction.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeHip flexors
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗