Captains Chair Leg Raise vs Hollow
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Captains Chair Leg Raise more often — 9,849 sessions vs 426. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Captains Chair Leg Raise and Hollow and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Captains Chair Leg Raise vs Hollow: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Captains Chair Leg Raise more often — 9,849 sessions compared to 426 for Hollow.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Captains Chair Leg Raise and Hollow differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Captains Chair Leg Raise and Hollow Differ
| What differs | Captains Chair Leg Raise | Hollow |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 9,849 sessions | 426 sessions |
How to Do Captains Chair Leg Raise
Captains Chair Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Keep your legs straight and lift them up to your waist.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Beginners, be careful not to excessively arch your lower back, and slowly lift your legs.
- 2. When lifting your legs, do not use momentum, and focus on lifting only with the strength of your lower abdominal muscles.
For a full Captains Chair Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Captains Chair Leg Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Hollow
Hollow Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Lift your upper body while keeping your feet off the ground.
- 2. Hold while engaging your core.
Coach's Tips
- In the holding position, only your hips should be touching the ground.
For a full Hollow guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hollow exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Captains Chair Leg Raise or Hollow?
Planfit users log Captains Chair Leg Raise more often — 9,849 sessions against 426 for Hollow. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Captains Chair Leg Raise and Hollow need?
Captains Chair Leg Raise needs a machine, and Hollow needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Captains Chair Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Hollow once your form holds up.
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