Twisted Leg Raise
Sculpt your core with Twisted Leg Raises! Strengthen obliques and abs for a defined midsection. Start twisting to a stronger you!
The Twisted Leg Raise is a compound exercise that mainly works the core. You'll need: captains chair.
Required Equipment
Twisted Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Twisted Leg Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Twisted Leg Raise
Position yourself in the captain's chair or on a vertical knee raise station with your back pressed against the pad. Grip the handles on each side firmly to stabilize your upper body.
Start with your legs hanging straight down and your torso upright.
Brace your core and slowly lift your knees towards one side of your torso, aiming to bring them up as high as you can while maintaining control.
Engage your obliques to twist your lower body slightly as you raise your legs to emphasize the "twisted" motion of the exercise.
Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position while controlling the movement to avoid any swinging motions.
Repeat the movement, lifting your knees towards the opposite side this time, to ensure you work both sets of obliques equally.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Make sure not to use momentum to swing your legs up; the focus should be on using the strength of your abdominal and oblique muscles to perform the leg raises with control. Adjust the number of repetitions and sets according to your fitness level and goals.
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Twisted Leg Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Twisted Leg Raise work?
The Twisted Leg Raise mainly works the core. The main muscles are the obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Twisted Leg Raise?
Captains chair.
Is the Twisted Leg Raise a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What are some Twisted Leg Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Captain' Chair Leg Raise, Captain' Chair Straight-Leg Raise, Glute-Ham Twist and Hanging Oblique Knee Raise.
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