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Twisted Leg Raise

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Equipment

Captain's Chair
Captain's Chair

The hanging leg raise primarily targets the abdominal muscles, especially the lower abs. This core-strengthening exercise also engages the hip flexors and helps improve overall core stability and strength.

How to do it

  1. Grip the handles of the Captain's Chair firmly.
  2. Keep your back straight against the pad.
  3. Lift your legs out in front of you until they are parallel to the floor.
  4. Hold the position briefly while maintaining control.
  5. Lower your legs slowly back to the starting position.

Muscles worked

Primary Rectus Abdominis

Secondary Iliopsoas Obliques Quadriceps

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