Through the Knee Ab Tuck
Through-the-knee ab tuck for deep core activation
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthTuck
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Abs and hip flexors |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Tuck |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 20 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Lie on back or hang
- Step 2: Bring knees toward chest
- Step 3: Thread arms through knees
- Step 4: Crunch and squeeze abs
- Step 5: Extend and repeat
Equipment
- None or bench optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Through-the-knee ab tuck for deep core activation
Common mistakes
Using momentum
Make it harder
Slower tempo
Make it easier
Standard knee tuck
Breathing
Exhale tucking, inhale extending
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