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StrengthWeighted

Weighted Captains chair leg raise

Intensity
8–12 reps
MET
4energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Quads50%
  • Abs50%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Exhale deeply as you pull your knees up toward your chest.

  1. 1

    Secure the weight between your feet or ankles.

  2. 2

    Stand in the captain's chair with your back against the pad and grip the handles.

  3. 3

    Press your lower back against the pad and raise your weighted legs towards your chest.

  4. 4

    Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your movements controlled, and avoid arching your back as you raise your legs.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Losing the weight from between the feet
  • ✕Raising the legs using a swinging motion
  • ✕Relaxing the grip on the armrest handles
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