EPISODE · Jul 1, 2026 · 46 MIN
Unlocking The Lying Leg Raise For Much Stronger Abs
from The Red Delta Project Podcast · host Matt Schifferle
In this core training special episode of the Red Delta Project Podcast, I dive deep into one of the most misunderstood abdominal exercises in fitness, the lying leg raise. Learn why this exercise has earned an unfair reputation, how to use pelvic control for stronger abs and better back support, and why effective core training is about tension control rather than simply lifting your legs.Matt also answers listener questions on L-sits, suspension training, pistol squat progressions, trap development, neck training, and much more.Questions Answered* Are L-sits on parallettes and pull-up bars effective as an isometric exercise?* Is a door anchor enough for suspension training, or should I look for other setup options?* Which is better for core training: suspension strap rollouts or an ab wheel?* Should I use hollow body pull-ups or arched-back pull-ups?* How do I progress toward a pistol squat if I can’t do one yet?* Should I put my hands under my lower back during leg raises?* What exercises are best for developing the traps?* Why don’t commercial gyms have neck-training machines?* How can I improve my deep squat if I feel like I’m going to fall backward?* Are rows considered a trap exercise?* If my abs already get plenty of work from isometrics and suspension training, do I need additional ab exercises?Key Topics Covered* Why lying leg raises are often misunderstood* The importance of pelvic tilt and abdominal tension control* Using dead bugs and hollow body exercises to improve core stability* How to avoid lower back discomfort during leg raises* Integrating the core with the rest of the body for better performance* Suspension training advantages and exercise progressions* Smarter approaches to neck and trap training* Why your own training feedback is the most valuable fitness information you’ll ever receive🔺R.D.P Books- https://is.gd/TagFfP 🔺Equipment and gear- equipment https://is.gd/5O5LLr
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In this core training special episode of the Red Delta Project Podcast, I dive deep into one of the most misunderstood abdominal exercises in fitness, the lying leg raise. Learn why this exercise has earned an unfair reputation, how to use pelvic control for stronger abs and better back support, and why effective core training is about tension control rather than simply lifting your legs.Matt also answers listener questions on L-sits, suspension training, pistol squat progressions, trap development, neck training, and much more.Questions Answered* Are L-sits on parallettes and pull-up bars effective as an isometric exercise?* Is a door anchor enough for suspension training, or should I look for other setup options?* Which is better for core training: suspension strap rollouts or an ab wheel?* Should I use hollow body pull-ups or arched-back pull-ups?* How do I progress toward a pistol squat if I can’t do one yet?* Should I put my hands under my lower back during leg raises?* What exercises are best for developing the traps?* Why don’t commercial gyms have neck-training machines?* How can I improve my deep squat if I feel like I’m going to fall backward?* Are rows considered a trap exercise?* If my abs already get plenty of work from isometrics and suspension training, do I need additional ab exercises?Key Topics Covered* Why lying leg raises are often misunderstood* The importance of pelvic tilt and abdominal tension control* Using dead bugs and hollow body exercises to improve core stability* How to avoid lower back discomfort during leg raises* Integrating the core with the rest of the body for better performance* Suspension training advantages and exercise progressions* Smarter approaches to neck and trap training* Why your own training feedback is the most valuable fitness information you’ll ever receive🔺R.D.P Books- https://is.gd/TagFfP 🔺Equipment and gear- equipment https://is.gd/5O5LLr
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