Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank
The Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank is a compound exercise that mainly works the glutes & hips and core, with help from the hamstrings. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank Muscles Worked
Primary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Hamstrings
How to do the Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank
Setup
Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart directly under your shoulders.
Place one foot onto a sturdy chair, keeping that leg straight while the other leg hovers in the air.
Ensure your body forms a straight line from your head to your supporting heel.
Movement
From the starting position, draw the knee of the hovering leg toward your chest, engaging your core.
With control, kick the leg straight back and upward, focusing on squeezing the glute at the peak of the movement.
Keep your hips level throughout; avoid arching your back or shifting your weight excessively as you move the leg.
Complete the desired reps on one side before switching to the other.
Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank work?
The Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank mainly works the glutes & hips and core, with help from the hamstrings. The main muscles are the gluteus maximus and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank?
None. The Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Chair Elevated Leg Extension Plank a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
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