Russian Leg Lift Technique Question

Hey all, been playing with Russian Leg Lifts

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Will having my arms bent during the body lever phase decrease the effectiveness of the exercise?

Thoughts appreciated

Nice, consider it a baby step and work towards straight arms.

Cool thanks, if this is a primarily core strength exercise, do you think that bent arms constitute a lack of form or more of a personal preference?

It makes it easier. Shorter lever arm.