Oblique Raise Using Dip Bench
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a knee raise is unique. Here is how: you are forced to stabilize your body on the dip bench | and crunch one oblique for a full set, | then switch sides. This exercise strengthens your lower abs | upper abs | and obliques.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate a Locate a vertical leg-raise bench - a dip bench can also be used.
2) Step up onto the bench, with your back facing the pad.
3) Place both of your forearms on the armrest pads.
4) Lift your knees straight upward front of you, keeping your knees pinned together.
5) ...until your upper legs are parallel to the floor.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Pivot your knees up and to the right...
3) ...until your upper legs reach at least a 75-degree angle to your hips.
4) Hold this position for a count of one second.
5) This is the ending position.
6) Then, gradually pivot your legs back to center - until your feet are pointed downward.
7) Immediately repeat the pivot - this time to the left.
8) Hold this position for a count of one second.
9) Then, again pivot your legs - back until your feet are pointed downward.
10) Continue reps until you have completed a full set, alternating sides for each rep.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Be sure to raise your legs in a controlled motion.
Be sure to keep your legs raised at 90 degrees throughout the entire set.
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