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Seated Elbow to Chair Knee

The Seated Elbow to Chair Knee mainly works the core, with help from the quads. You'll need: chair.

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Required Equipment

Chair
Chair

Seated Elbow to Chair Knee Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques

Secondary

Quads (quadriceps femoris)

How to do the Seated Elbow to Chair Knee

  1. Sit upright on the edge of a sturdy chair with your hands placed lightly behind your head and your elbows wide.

  2. Engage your core and lean back slightly without rounding your lower back or touching the chair backrest.

  3. Exhale as you lift one knee up toward your chest while simultaneously rotating your torso to touch your opposite elbow to that knee.

  4. Inhale as you slowly lower your leg and return your torso to the starting position in a controlled motion.

  5. Repeat the movement on the opposite side, alternating back and forth for your desired number of repetitions.

Seated Elbow to Chair Knee FAQs

What muscles does the Seated Elbow to Chair Knee work?

The Seated Elbow to Chair Knee mainly works the core, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Seated Elbow to Chair Knee?

Chair.

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