No Balance Knee Tuck
A stable, supported variation of the knee tuck that lets you focus purely on ab contraction without a balance challenge
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthFlexion
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Lower abs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Flexion |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 12-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~40 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Sit or lie in a supported position with your hands or forearms providing stability
- Step 2: Extend your legs out in front of you
- Step 3: Pull your knees in toward your chest by contracting your abs
- Step 4: Pause briefly at full contraction
- Step 5: Extend your legs back out with control and repeat
Equipment
- None (bodyweight) optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
A stable, supported variation of the knee tuck that lets you focus purely on ab contraction without a balance challenge
Common mistakes
Using the hip flexors to swing the knees instead of contracting the abs
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add a pause when the knees are fully tucked
Make it easier
Reduce the range of motion or perform fewer reps
Breathing
Exhale tucking the knees in, inhale extending back out
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