Seated leg raises strengthen core and hip muscles with or without weights

Overhead seated leg raises are highlighted as an effective exercise for strengthening the core and hip muscles. This exercise can be performed with or without weights and is done while seated on a bench or box. To perform the exercise, sit at the edge of a bench, extend your legs, and raise them while keeping your back straight. Variations include holding weights overhead or performing flutter kicks for added intensity. Seated ab exercises like these are beneficial for core stability and flexibility. They engage deeper core muscles and are commonly used in fitness programs like CrossFit and gymnastics.