Abs · Body weight · Beginner

How to do Leg Pull In Flat Bench

The leg pull in flat bench is an abdominal exercise performed on a flat bench using only body weight. It targets the abs and also works the hip flexors and lower back. The movement involves pulling the knees toward the chest while sitting on a bench, requiring core strength and stability.

Leg Pull In Flat Bench demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Hip flexors and Lower back
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Beginner
Category
Abs

How to do Leg Pull In Flat Bench, step by step

  1. Sit on a flat bench with your legs extended straight out in front of you.
  2. Place your hands on the bench beside your hips for support.
  3. Engage your abs and lift your legs off the ground, bringing your knees towards your chest.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Leg Pull In Flat Bench works your abs as the main mover, with help from your hip flexors and lower back.

Track Leg Pull In Flat Bench in SPLYT

Leg Pull In Flat Bench is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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