Gym Exercises: Build A Stronger Core - Hanging Leg Raises

http://www.konkura.com/ present 'Gym Exercises: Build A Stronger Core - Hanging Leg Raises'. The Gym Exercise series demonstrates ways to build specific muscle groups with standard gym equipment. Whilst other muscle group are worked in these exercises the main muscle group put under tension is the point of focus. The series acts as a kind of 'how to' guide for fitness beginners or those wanting to widen their fitness exercise range. The Hanging Leg Raise exercise involves holding your body weight by your forearms and bringing your straight legs upwards 90 degrees until they are at least horizontal with your waist. This is a great exercise for building core strength and giving definition to the abdominal area - creating that all important six pack stomach! Start by completing sets of 4-6 reps, progress on to 8-10 reps and once the art is mastered a good benchmark is sets of 12-14 reps. Warning: Always warm-up prior to performing any of the exercises demonstrated, and conduct in a safe and correct manner. http://www.konkura.com is the free to use sport and fitness challenge site which allows you to compete against your friends, colleagues or other athletes from across the world at any sport, fitness or fun challenge imaginable.