Strength

Band Chair Leg Raise

The Band Chair Leg Raise strengthens thigh, hip, and core muscles, promoting lower body toning and improved balance. This moderate-intensity exercise, involving lifting your leg against a band while seated, is ideal for individuals with limited mobility.
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Band Chair Leg Raise instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Sit upright on a chair with your back straight.
2
Loop a resistance band around your ankles.
3
Slowly raise your right foot off the ground, keeping your leg straight and pulling against the resistance band.
4
Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your foot back to the ground.
5
Repeat with the other leg for the programmed number of reps.
Sit upright on a chair with your back straight.
Loop a resistance band around your ankles.
Slowly raise your right foot off the ground, keeping your leg straight and pulling against the resistance band.
Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your foot back to the ground.
Repeat with the other leg for the programmed number of reps.
Equipment needed
Bands
Barbell
Battle Ropes
Bench
Bosu
Box
Cables
Dip Bar
Dumbbell
EZ Curl Bar
Hex Bar
Kettlebell
Ladder
Machine
Pull-Up Bar
Yoga Ball
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