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Waist · Body Weight
Ab Tuck
Ab Tuck is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the abs (waist), with the hip flexors assisting. It needs only a parallel bars. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.
- Target
- Abs
- Body part
- Waist
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Abdominals · rectus abdominis
Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors · iliopsoas
How to do Ab Tuck
- Start by hanging on a dip station, holding the parallel bars with your arms extended and your body straight.
- Lift your knees towards your chest while lightly extending your hips backward, engaging your core muscles.
- Extend your legs back downwards to starting position.
- Repeat the movement.
Form tips
- Engage your core muscles throughout the exercise to maintain control and stability.
- Perform the movement slowly and deliberately to avoid using momentum and maximize muscle engagement.
- Keep your upper body stable and avoid swinging to ensure proper form.
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Ab Tuck FAQ
What muscles does Ab Tuck work?
Ab Tuck mainly works the abs in the waist (rectus abdominis). The hip flexors work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Ab Tuck?
You need only a parallel bars.
How many sets and reps of Ab Tuck should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Ab Tuck good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler waist exercises.
How many calories does Ab Tuck burn?
About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Ab Tuck?
Other exercises for the abs include Dumbbell Ab Crunch, Over Weight Ab Crunch, Ab Wheel Pulses and Reverse Ab Wheel Rollout.
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