The Reverse Crunch and The Straight Leg-Raise are Both Effective Abs Exercises
Leg raises are a great abs exercises but can be hard on the lower back if not done properly. I will start off with the reverse crunch as it is a beginners abdominal exercise and is easier than straight leg raises.
Reverse Crunch
Lay on the mat with your hands folded behind your head, your legs together and bent so that your feet are flat on the floor.  |  | | Starting position for this abs exercise. This is the bent leg-raise with hands folded behind the head. | Raise your legs slowly using only your abdominal muscles. |
 | | | Pull all the way up until your abs are fully contracted. | Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position. |
Straight Leg-Raise
In the case of the straight leg-raise, lay flat on the floor with your hands face down underneath your buttocks and your fingertips facing each other.  |  | | Starting position for this abs exercise. This is the straight leg-raise with hands folded behind the head. | Raise your legs slowly using only your abdominal muscles. |
 | | | Pull all the way up until your abs are fully contracted. | Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position. |
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