Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Quadriceps, Sartorius, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Captain’s Chair Leg Raises
How to: Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise
- Sit on the captain's chair with your back against the backrest.
- Grab the handles on the side for support.
- With your legs straight, raise them to hip level while engaging your core.
- Lower your legs back down slowly without swinging.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to swing legs up.
- Arching the back instead of keeping it flat against the support.
- Not engaging the core properly.
Modifications
- Bend your knees slightly for a reduced range of motion.
- Perform the exercise with feet on the floor instead of raising them completely.
Tips
- Keep your back pressed against the backrest for support.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid swinging your legs; control the raise and lower.
Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise Alternatives
Tags
abs
hip flexors
core
strength
exercise
fitness