Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Captain's Chair Knee Raise.
The captain's chair leg raise is a suspended core exercise performed on a vertical knee raise station or parallel bars with armrests. By hanging from the armrests and raising your legs, you create strong abdominal contraction without placing stress on the spine.
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The Captain's Chair Knee Raise is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.