Captains Chair Leg Raise vs Reverse Plank
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Captains Chair Leg Raise more often — 9,849 sessions vs 113. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Captains Chair Leg Raise and Reverse Plank and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Captains Chair Leg Raise vs Reverse Plank: 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 113 for Reverse Plank.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Captains Chair Leg Raise and Reverse Plank 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 Reverse Plank Differ
| What differs | Captains Chair Leg Raise | Reverse Plank |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | abs and quads | abs, triceps, and quads |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 9,849 sessions | 113 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 Reverse Plank
Reverse Plank Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Sit with your knees straight and place your hands behind your shoulders, with your fingertips facing forward for support.
- 2. In that position, lift your hips so that your head, abdomen, and legs form a straight line.
- 3. Be careful not to tilt your head back and maintain tension in your whole body for the given time.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your shoulders and back straight while lifting your body, and engage your core.
For a full Reverse Plank guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Reverse Plank exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Captains Chair Leg Raise or Reverse Plank?
Planfit users log Captains Chair Leg Raise more often — 9,849 sessions against 113 for Reverse Plank. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Captains Chair Leg Raise and Reverse Plank work the same muscles?
Not quite. Captains Chair Leg Raise loads abs and quads, and Reverse Plank loads abs, triceps, and quads.
What equipment do Captains Chair Leg Raise and Reverse Plank need?
Captains Chair Leg Raise needs a machine, and Reverse Plank needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Captains Chair Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Reverse Plank once your form holds up.
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