Leg Raise vs Captains Chair Leg Raise
Which one fits your Core workout plan?
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Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions vs 9,849. Compare Core form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Leg Raise and Captains Chair Leg Raise and pick the one that fits your Core workout.
Leg Raise vs Captains Chair Leg Raise: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions compared to 9,849 for Captains Chair Leg Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Leg Raise and Captains Chair Leg Raise differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Leg Raise and Captains Chair Leg Raise Differ
| What differs | Leg Raise | Captains Chair Leg Raise |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,383 sessions | 9,849 sessions |
How to Do Leg Raise
Leg Raise Muscles Worked: Core
Form
- 1. Slightly bend your knees and lift your legs so that they are vertical to the floor.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If your back hurts, you can place your hands under your hips to prevent your back from arching.
For a full Leg Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Leg Raise exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Core, Leg Raise or Captains Chair Leg Raise?
Planfit users log Leg Raise more often — 26,383 sessions against 9,849 for Captains Chair Leg Raise. Both train Core, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Leg Raise and Captains Chair Leg Raise need?
Leg Raise needs bodyweight only, and Captains Chair Leg Raise needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Captains Chair Leg Raise is the easier place to start. Move to Leg Raise once your form holds up.
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