Circle Side-Lying Leg Press
Beginner (3/10)Magic Circle
Position: Side LyingEnergy: 4/10~45s
Cueing
Side-lying, circle between ankles; press top ankle down; keep waist lifted.
Anatomy & Muscles
PrimarySecondary
Primary Muscles
IliopsoasQuadricepsAdductorsTibialis Anterior
Secondary Muscles
Gluteus MaximusGluteus MediusHamstringsGastrocnemiusRectus AbdominisExternal ObliquesInternal ObliquesTransverse Abdominis
Regressions
Circle between knees; small range; hold head with hand.
Progressions
Lift both legs off mat with circle; add pulses; slow control.
Common Errors
Rolling hips back; sinking in waist; locking knees.