Core strengtheningexercise programs almost always include some punch in of lying leg extensions.

The choice is yours, but each variation will likely make a difference as to which muscles are worked.

As the leg lifts, pelvic and trunk movement will likely result.

Woman doing leg lift on a mat

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Core stabilization work such as this targets thetransverse, internal, and external oblique abdominals the most.

But the rectus abdominis muscle, which you may recognize as the washboard abs also participates in the movement.

Its fine to slow down during the lift phase, too.

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