Captain's Chair Straight Leg Raise
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Captain's Chair Straight Leg Raise exercise effectively targets the abdominal muscles, particularly the rectus abdominis, by lifting the legs while maintaining a stable upper body. It enhances core strength and stability.
How to do it
- Position yourself on a Captain's Chair with your back against the pads and arms on the armrests.
- Grip the handles firmly and engage your core.
- Extend your legs straight out in front of you, keeping them parallel to the ground.
- Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position, controlling the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Iliopsoas Obliques Quadriceps
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