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Side Hip (on Parallel Bars)

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Equipment

Captain's Chair
Captain's Chair

This exercise focuses on strengthening the obliques and rectus abdominis by performing controlled leg raises with a hip twist on parallel bars. It enhances core stability and oblique definition.

How to do it

  1. Begin seated on the captain's chair with your back pressed against the support.
  2. Grip the handles for stability and raise your legs to a 90-degree angle.
  3. Twist your hips to one side, engaging your obliques.
  4. Lower your legs with control and repeat on the opposite side.
  5. Continue alternating sides for desired repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis

Secondary Iliopsoas

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