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Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack

A low-impact seated exercise! Tone your arms and legs with this modified jumping jack. Perfect for limited mobility.

The Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack mainly works the chest and core, with help from the back. You'll need: chair.

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Required Equipment

Chair
Chair

Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Obliques

How to do the Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack

  1. Positioning:

    • Sit on the edge of the chair with your feet flat on the floor, about shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your back straight and core engaged to maintain good posture.

    • Your arms can rest at your sides or be bent at the elbows in front of you.

  2. Starting Movement:

    • Begin by extending both legs out to the sides in a stepping motion, as if you are doing a jumping jack while seated. Your feet should remain slightly off the ground.

  3. Arm Movement:

    • As you step your legs out, raise both arms in front of you to shoulder height, palms facing down.

    • Keep your arms straight but not locked.

  4. Return to Starting Position:

    • Bring your legs back together to the starting position as you lower your arms back to your sides.

  5. Repetitions:

    • Repeat the stepping and arm-raising motion for 10-15 repetitions.

    • Ensure to maintain a steady rhythm throughout the exercise.

  6. Tips:

    • Focus on control; avoid using momentum.

    • Keep your movements smooth and deliberate.

    • Breathe steadily; exhale when you raise your arms and inhale when you return to the starting position.

    • Adjust the speed and repetitions according to your comfort and fitness level.

Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack FAQs

What muscles does the Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack work?

The Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack mainly works the chest and core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack?

Chair.

What are some Chair Seated Step Front Raise Jack variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Chair Elevated Walkout Plank, Stool Towel Seated Jack, Chair Seated Pec Deck and Alternating Chair Seated Palm Push & March.

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