Seated Leg Tucks
The Seated Leg Tucks isolates the Abdominals through a controlled range of motion. This beginner-level body only exercise builds focused strength where compound movements often fall short.
Starting position
Ending position
Muscles Worked
The abdominals handles the primary load during this movement. This isolation movement keeps tension concentrated on a single muscle group.
How to Seated Leg Tucks
- 1
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.
- 2
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.
- 3
After a second pause, go back to the starting position as you inhale.
- 4
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- • Focus on the mind-muscle connection — feel the target muscle working through each rep.
- • Use a controlled tempo of 2 seconds up, 2 seconds down to eliminate momentum.
- • If reps become too easy, slow the tempo or add a pause at the hardest point rather than rushing through more reps.
- • Squeeze at peak contraction for a full second — this is where most of the growth stimulus occurs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Seated Leg Tucks work?
The Seated Leg Tucks primarily targets the Abdominals. It's an effective isolation exercise for building abdominals strength.
Is the Seated Leg Tucks good for beginners?
Yes, the Seated Leg Tucks is suitable for beginners. Start with light weight to master the 4-step form before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Seated Leg Tucks?
You need no equipment — just your bodyweight to perform the Seated Leg Tucks. This makes it ideal for home workouts.
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