Fix This Common Abs Exercise Form Mistake!!

The “Kneeling Abs Curl-Down” using a high-set cable is one of the hundreds of different exercises featured in my Total Core Programs, and is probably the most common abs exercise done with a cable machine. It’s also one of the best overall techniques for region-specific targeting of the upper abs when performed correctly. However, as I explain within the programs, the vast majority of people do it WRONG and end up working their HIP FLEXORS and HAMSTRINGS instead of their ABS!

So for this week’s tip I’ll break down the right and wrong way to perform this exercise for you.

BAD FORM
-Chest moves backwards as much as down
-Butt sits back on heels
-Lower stomach moves down to thighs
-Upper abs stay almost completely straight through the motion (chest doesn’t curl down towards pelvis)

MUSCLES WORKED: Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

GOOD FORM
-Chest moves almost straight down
-Butt doesn’t change position
-Lower stomach doesn’t move down to thighs
-Upper abs are constantly contracting concentrically and eccentrically (curling the chest down towards pelvis)

MUSCLES WORKED: Abs (Mostly Upper Region)

APPLICATION: Make sure that you’re carefully following the above form tips if you want to really work your abs with this exercise!!

Relevant Research Article(s):
      1) Muscle activity in upper and lower rectus abdominus during abdominal exercises

Related Dr. Gains YouTube Video(s):   
      1) The Lower Abs Secret: Leg Raises DON’T WORK!! Learn the ONLY Science-Based Method That Does! (PPT) 🔥