bodyweight seated unilateral knee tuck
Strengthens back, core
BackBeginnerStrengthIsolation
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: back. Secondary: biceps, rear delts |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Isolation |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~30 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Setup for bodyweight seated unilateral knee tuck.
- Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
- Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
- Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
- Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.
Equipment
- None (bodyweight)
Coaching tips
Benefits
Strengthens back, core
Common mistakes
Using momentum or losing form
Make it harder
Increase load or slow tempo
Make it easier
Reduce load or range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on effort, inhale on return
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