Straight Arm Knee Tuck Off Bench
Builds core strength with straight-arm support and controlled knee tucks.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthFlexion
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs. Secondary: hip flexors, shoulders |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Flexion |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~23 kcal |
How to do it
- Place hands on a bench with arms straight and body in a plank-like position.
- Tuck the knees toward the chest while keeping the arms extended.
- Squeeze the abs at the top.
- Extend the legs back with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds core strength with straight-arm support and controlled knee tucks.
Common mistakes
Avoid letting the shoulders collapse or using momentum.
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add a pause at the top.
Make it easier
Bend the elbows or reduce range.
Breathing
Exhale as you tuck, inhale as you extend.
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