Roman Chair Leg Raises
The Roman Chair Leg Raises is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the core. It is a staple in well-designed hypertrophy and strength programs when programmed with proper volume and progressive overload.
How to perform the Roman Chair Leg Raises
- 1Rest your forearms on the pads, grab the handles, press your back gently into the pad, let your legs hang straight down, and tighten your abs like you're bracing for a light punch.
- 2Keeping your upper body still, slowly lift your legs together in front of you until they’re about hip height (or a bit higher if you can), then lower them back down with control, breathing out as you lift and in as you lower.
Coach tips
- Avoid swinging or using momentum; if it’s too hard with straight legs, bend your knees to make it easier while still feeling your abs work.
- Think about curling your hips slightly toward your chest at the top so your lower abs and side abs really kick in.
- If you feel strain in your lower back, shorten your range of motion and focus on keeping your core tight and your back gently pressed into the pad.
Train core smarter
One rep, one set. Hypro turns the Roman Chair Leg Raises into measurable progress, week after week.
The right weight, every set
Hypro suggests your next Roman Chair Leg Raises weight and reps based on what you actually lifted, your rest, and your fatigue. Choose weight-first or reps-first. The more you log, the sharper it gets.
See exactly how much core you train each week
Every set you log counts toward weekly volume per muscle group. Spot imbalances, avoid junk volume, and program the same way IFBB Pros do.
Use this exercise inside an IFBB Pro plan
Pick a coach-made program, get a plan matched to your goals, and message your coach for form checks. The Roman Chair Leg Raises fits right into proven hypertrophy and strength templates.
