Exercises / Beginner
Knee raises hold
- Abs
- Hip Flexors
- Forearms
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- Level
- Beginner
- Muscles
- 3
- Equipment
- Pull up bar
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01 / Steps
How to do it
In an elevated bar, raise your knees up to your chest and hold them there for 3 seconds.
Return to the starting position to complete one repetition.
For proper technique, try to retract your scapulae from the beginning of the movement and bring your knees as close to your chest as possible.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Abs
Hip Flexors
Forearms
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength15
- Explosivity0
- Technique15
- Cardio5
- Mobility5
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