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Standing Knee Tuck with Overhead Resistance Band

Challenges the core with an overhead band while performing standing knee tucks.

Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthFlexion

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: abs & hip flexors. Secondary: shoulders
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Flexion
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 each side
Estimated calories burned~5 kcal

How to do it

  1. Stand holding a resistance band overhead with arms extended.
  2. Drive one knee up toward the chest against the band resistance.
  3. Keep the torso upright and core braced.
  4. Lower with control and alternate sides.
  5. Repeat for desired reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Challenges the core with an overhead band while performing standing knee tucks.

Common mistakes

Avoid leaning back or using momentum to lift the knee.

Make it harder

Increase band tension or slow the tempo.

Make it easier

Use a lighter band or no band.

Breathing

Exhale as you tuck the knee, inhale as you lower.

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