This exercise involves sitting on a captain's chair and lifting your legs straight up in front of you, engaging your abdominal muscles. It is a great way to strengthen your core and improve your balance.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the arms, shoulders, and core muscles
- Improves posture and body alignment
- Increases flexibility in the wrists and spine
- Helps to develop focus and concentration
- Can be used as a transition pose in a yoga flow sequence
How to perform
- Begin by sitting on the edge of a captain’s chair with your back straight and your hands gripping the handles on either side of your hips.
- Slowly lift your legs up towards your chest, keeping them straight and parallel to the ground.
- Hold this position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
- Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions.
- Make sure to engage your core muscles throughout the exercise to maintain proper form and prevent injury.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Hip Flexors
Primary