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Flat Bench Leg Pull-In

Flat Bench Leg Pull-In is a beginner compound bodyweight exercise that mainly works your abs.

💪 Abs🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Beginner🔗 Compound🎯 3 sets of 8-15 reps
Flat Bench Leg Pull-In: starting position
Starting position
Flat Bench Leg Pull-In: end position
End position

How to do the flat bench leg pull-in

  1. Lie on an exercise mat or a flat bench with your legs off the end.
  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. 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. As you breathe in, slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Abs

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 8-15 controlled reps, stopping 1-2 reps before failure. When you can do 15 easily, slow the tempo or add weight.

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FAQ

What muscles does the flat bench leg pull-in work?

It mainly works your abs.

How many sets and reps of flat bench leg pull-in should I do?

Do 3 sets of 8-15 controlled reps, stopping 1-2 reps before failure. When you can do 15 easily, slow the tempo or add weight.

Is the flat bench leg pull-in good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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