Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend
The Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the quads. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris)
How to do the Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend
Kneel on a comfortable mat with your knees hip-width apart and place your hands lightly on the seat of a sturdy chair in front of you for balance.
Keep your torso upright and your core engaged while maintaining a straight line from your head to your knees.
Slowly bend your knees to lift your lower legs up behind you as far as comfortably possible, focusing on the contraction in the backs of your thighs.
Hold the top position briefly, then control the descent as you lower your legs back down to the starting kneeling position.
Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend work?
The Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend mainly works the hamstrings, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend?
None. The Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Chair Kneeling Supported Knee Bend go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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