Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise
Strengthen your core with Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raises! This exercise targets your abs and obliques for a tighter midsection.
The Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise mainly works the core, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). You'll need: exercise bench.
Required Equipment
Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Hip Adductors; Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise
Starting Position:
Sit on a flat bench with your back straight and your feet flat on the ground.
Slightly lean back while keeping your spine neutral. Your hands can rest on the bench beside you for support.
Lift your feet off the ground, bringing your knees up towards your chest. This is your starting position.
Movement Instructions:
From the starting position, engage your core muscles.
Diagonally raise your right knee towards your left shoulder while twisting your torso slightly to the left. Your right foot should remain off the ground.
Return to the starting position with your feet touching the ground.
Repeat the movement by raising your left knee towards your right shoulder while twisting your torso to the right.
Continue alternating sides in a controlled manner for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize core engagement.
Make sure to breathe steadily throughout the exercise.
Focus on maintaining good posture to avoid straining your back.
Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise work?
The Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise mainly works the core, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise?
Exercise bench.
What are some Bench Seated Diagonal Knee Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating 45-Degree Backward-Lean Knee Raise, Bench Crunch, Decline Knee Raise and Hanging Parallel-Bar Oblique Knee Raise.
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