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Parallel Bars Knee Raise

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Parallel Bars Knee Raise Overview

The parallel bars knee raise workout primarily engages the abs by using the parallel bars.

The parallel bars provide stability and allow for controlled movement, targeting the abdominal muscles.

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Parallel Bars Knee Raise Instructions

  1. Stand between the parallel bars, facing forward.
  2. Place your hands on the bars, shoulder-width apart, with your palms facing down.
  3. With your arms straight, lift your feet off the ground, bending your knees and raising them towards your chest.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, squeezing your abs.
  5. Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position, keeping your core engaged throughout the exercise.

Parallel Bars Knee Raise Tips

  1. Start by gripping the parallel bars firmly with your hands shoulder-width apart.
  2. Engage your core muscles by pulling your belly button towards your spine.
  3. Keep your body straight and avoid swinging or using momentum to lift your knees.
  4. Exhale as you raise your knees towards your chest, focusing on contracting your abs.
  5. Hold the raised position for a second, feeling the tension in your abs.
  6. Lower your knees back down slowly and with control, inhaling as you do so.
  7. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of reps, aiming for proper form over quantity.

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