Compression Tuck Extension
The Compression Tuck Extension mainly works the core, with help from the quads and shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Compression Tuck Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Compression Tuck Extension
Setup
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you. Place a yoga block on either side of your hips, slightly behind your thighs.
Movement
Place your hands firmly onto the yoga blocks, keeping your palms flat and fingers pointing forward.
Engage your core, particularly your lower abdominals, and pull your knees toward your chest into a tight tuck position.
Exhale deeply to compress your core further as you actively try to lift your hips slightly off the floor using your arm and shoulder strength.
Simultaneously extend your legs out to a straight position while maintain an upright torso.
Control the movement as you return to the starting tucked position, keeping your legs hovering above the floor throughout the repetition.
Compression Tuck Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Compression Tuck Extension work?
The Compression Tuck Extension mainly works the core, with help from the quads and shoulders. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and iliopsoas.
What equipment do you need for the Compression Tuck Extension?
None. The Compression Tuck Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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