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Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise

Beginner
Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Sit on the captain's chair with your back against the backrest and your forearms resting on the arm pads.
  2. Keep your upper body stable and your back straight.
  3. Engage your abs and lift your legs up in front of you, keeping them straight.
  4. Continue lifting until your legs are parallel to the ground or as high as you can comfortably go.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Waist

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryAbs
Secondary
Hip Flexors