Straight Arm Knee Tuck with 2 Benches
Uses two benches for elevated support, increasing the challenge of the straight-arm knee tuck.
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 | ~25 kcal |
How to do it
- Place hands on one bench and feet/legs supported on a second bench (or suspended).
- Keep arms straight and tuck the knees toward the chest.
- Squeeze the core at the top.
- Extend with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Uses two benches for elevated support, increasing the challenge of the straight-arm knee tuck.
Common mistakes
Avoid sagging the hips or rushing the movement.
Make it harder
Add a pause or slow the eccentric.
Make it easier
Use a single bench or bend the elbows.
Breathing
Exhale as you tuck, inhale as you extend.
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