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Flat Bench Leg Pull-In

How to do the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

CompoundBody OnlyBeginnerPull
Primary muscles

Abs

Secondary

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Equipment

Body Only

Step by step

How to do the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In

  1. 1

    Lie on an exercise mat or a flat bench with your legs off the end.

  2. 2

    Place your hands either under your glutes with your palms down or by the sides holding on to the bench (or with palms down by the side on an exercise mat). Also extend your legs straight out. This will be your starting position.

  3. 3

    Bend your knees and pull your upper thighs into your midsection as you breathe out. Continue this movement until your knees are near your chest. Hold the contracted position for a second.

  4. 4

    As you breathe in, slowly return to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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Where the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In fits

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FAQ

Flat Bench Leg Pull-In: common questions

What muscles does the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In work?

The Flat Bench Leg Pull-In primarily works the Abs.

Is the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Flat Bench Leg Pull-In is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.

What equipment do I need for the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In?

None. The Flat Bench Leg Pull-In is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.

Is the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In a compound or isolation exercise?

The Flat Bench Leg Pull-In is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.

How do I do the Flat Bench Leg Pull-In with correct form?

Lie on an exercise mat or a flat bench with your legs off the end. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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