Leg Levers - Supine Ankles
Plane of Motion
Coronal & Sagittal
Muscle Focus
Hip Adductors
Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus
Hip Flexors
Iliopsoas, Rectus Femoris, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Pectineus
Spinal Stabilizers
Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Other Muscles at Play
Objectives
Increase abdominal strength by keeping the body completely still as the legs work against gravity, reinforcing deep core control.
Strengthen the hip flexors, hip extensors, and hip adductors to support balanced, well‐organized leg mechanics.
Use the hip adductors to hold the circle, enhancing low‐abdominal activation through the inner‐leg connection.
Engage the arms to maintain scapular stabilization, providing a steady upper‐body anchor for the movement.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.