Hanging Rotating Knee Tucks
Rotation during knee tuck activates obliques far more than standard tucks
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthRotation
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Obliques, Abs. Secondary: Hip Flexors, Lats |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Rotation |
| Sets & reps | 5 sets × 6 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- pullup on a bar and tuck your knees updraing them in a circular motion
Equipment
- pullup bar optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Rotation during knee tuck activates obliques far more than standard tucks
Common mistakes
Swinging; not initiating rotation from core
Make it harder
Add weight between knees; slow rotation
Make it easier
Perform hanging knee tuck without rotation
Breathing
Exhale during the pulling motion
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