Weighted Captains chair leg raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Leg Raise on Captain's Chair
How to: Weighted Captains chair leg raise
- Position yourself on the captain's chair, ensuring your back is pressed against the backrest.
- Grip the handles firmly and keep your elbows close to your sides.
- With your legs extended downwards, engage your core and slowly lift your legs to a 90-degree angle.
- Pause at the top for a moment, then lower your legs back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift the legs instead of engaging the core.
- Not fully extending or raising legs to a proper height.
Modifications
- Perform without weights or with lighter weights.
- Use a lower leg raise for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your back pressed against the backrest to avoid strain.
- Control your movement to prevent swinging.
Weighted Captains chair leg raise Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
hips
stability
weight training