Lying Bent-Leg Tuck
Strengthen your core with Lying Bent-Leg Tucks! A simple exercise to target your abs, perfect for all fitness levels.
The Lying Bent-Leg Tuck mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying Bent-Leg Tuck Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Lying Bent-Leg Tuck Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Bent-Leg Tuck
Lie flat on your back on a comfortable surface, with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
Place your hands by your sides or under the lower back for support if necessary.
Engage your abdominal muscles to prepare for the movement.
Slowly bring your knees towards your chest by flexing your hips and knees, while keeping your back flat on the ground.
Once your knees are drawn in as close to your chest as comfortable, pause briefly.
Slowly return your feet back to the ground to the starting position.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps and sets, maintaining good form and controlled movements throughout.
Make sure to breathe normally throughout the exercise, exhaling as you tuck the knees in and inhaling as you return to the starting position. Always consult with a fitness professional to ensure that you're executing the exercise with the correct form to avoid injury and maximize effectiveness.
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Lying Bent-Leg Tuck FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Bent-Leg Tuck work?
The Lying Bent-Leg Tuck mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Lying Bent-Leg Tuck?
None. The Lying Bent-Leg Tuck is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying Bent-Leg Tuck variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Vertical Knee Raise, Cable Reverse Tuck Crunch, Elevated Knee-Tuck V and Bodyweight Hanging Knee-Tuck.
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