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Captain's Chair
Ab Tuck
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Equipment
The Ab Tuck exercise primarily targets the Rectus Abdominis by engaging the core through a raising and tucking motion of the legs. This exercise helps in building core strength and stability.
How to do it
- Grip the handles of the Captain's Chair with your back against the pad.
- Lift your legs, bending at the knees to bring them toward your chest.
- Pause at the top of the movement, squeezing your abs.
- Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position and repeat.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Iliopsoas Obliques