Straight-Leg Raise to the BackThese straight-leg raises help you strengthen the muscles in your
		buttocks and in the back of your thigh. Do 8 to 12 repetitions. - Lie on your stomach, and lift your leg straight
		  behind you (toward the ceiling). 
 - Lift your toes about 6 in. (15 cm) off
		  the floor, hold for 5 seconds, then lower slowly.
 
 ByHealthwise Staff Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Specialist Medical ReviewerJoan Rigg, PT, OCS - Physical Therapy Current as ofMarch 21, 2017 Current as of:
                March 21, 2017 Author:
          Healthwise Staff  Medical Review:
          Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Joan Rigg, PT, OCS - Physical Therapy  
				
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