Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In
Learn how to do seated flat bench leg pull-in with a clear setup, controlled movement, and a technique you can repeat.
How to do seated flat bench leg pull-in
- 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.
- 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.
- After a second pause, go back to the starting position as you inhale.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Better reps before more weight.
Start with a version you can control. Record the same setup and range each time. Add reps or a small load increase when you can repeat the movement without changing the technique.
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How do you do seated flat bench leg pull-in?
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. 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. After a second pause, go back to the starting position as you inhale.
What muscles does seated flat bench leg pull-in work?
Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In primarily trains the abdominals and trunk. The exact demand depends on your setup, range, and chosen load.
What is the best technique for seated flat bench leg pull-in?
Set the trunk position before beginning the movement or hold. Use the intended trunk action rather than arm or leg momentum. End the set when the position changes; longer is useful only while you keep control.
What can I do instead of seated flat bench leg pull-in?
Related options include Flat Bench Leg Pull-In, Flat Bench Lying Leg Raise, Cross-Body Crunch. These can have different equipment, range, and movement demands. Open the guides below to compare the setups before choosing a replacement.
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