Hip raise (bent knee)
The bent knee hip raise is a bodyweight exercise targeting the abs. It involves lying on your back with knees bent and lifting your hips towards the ceiling, engaging the core muscles.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid arching your lower back.
- Exhale as you lift your hips.
- Control the movement on the way down.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- hip injuries
- recent abdominal surgery
Also known as
Sollevamento dell'anca a ginocchia piegate, bent knee hip lift, bent knee hip thrust, hip raise, bent knee hip raise, core exercise, abs exercise