Abdominals - Flat Bench Knees to Chest
Overview
This exercise targets the lower portion of the abdominal section. The muscles designed to be used are Rectus Abdominis. Other muscles used are the Sternamastoid, Erector Spinae and Splenius.Training Steps
- Lie on a flat bench with legs off the end of the bench. and with your hands palm down under your backside.
- Put your legs out straight and keep them together.
- Bend your knees and bring them toward your head. You should only go as far as to raise your hips slightly off the bench.
- Slowly lower your knees back down and finish with your legs kicked out straight
Training Tips
- Concentrate on contracting the abdominal muscles rather then swinging your knees up.
- Hold a dumbbell between your feet for extra resistance.
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