Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In
How to do the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
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How to do the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In
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Sit on a bench with the legs stretched out in front of you slightly below parallel and your arms holding on to the sides of the bench. Your torso should be leaning backwards around a 45-degree angle from the bench. This will be your starting position.
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Bring the knees in toward you as you move your torso closer to them at the same time. Breathe out as you perform this movement.
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After a second pause, go back to the starting position as you inhale.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Where the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In fits
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Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In: common questions
What muscles does the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In work?
The Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In primarily works the Abs.
Is the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Seated 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 Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In?
None. The Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.
Is the Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In a compound or isolation exercise?
The Seated 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 Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In with correct form?
Sit on a bench with the legs stretched out in front of you slightly below parallel and your arms holding on to the sides of the bench. Your torso should be leaning backwards around a 45-degree angle from the bench. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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