Instead of holding your legs at the top of the move — similar to the L-sit exercise — lift and lower your legs for 3-5 sets of 8-12 reps, pausing briefly at the top of the movement.

How to do overhead seated leg raises Start seated on the very edge of a bench or box with both feet flat on the ground Place your hands on the box next to your hips Press down hard through your ...

Flex your feet or point your toes With control, lift your left leg into the air and hold for 10-15 seconds, then lower your leg Repeat on your right side Aim for 3-5 sets of 5-6 reps.