Back·Bodyweight
Hug Knees To Chest
Lower Back · Bodyweight
Beginner
Body Part
Back
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
Beginner
Force
Static
The Hug Knees To Chest is a beginner bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Lower Back.
Muscles Worked
Lower Back primaryGlutes secondary
In Position
How to Do the Hug Knees To Chest
- 1Lie down on your back and pull both knees up to your chest.
- 2Hold your arms under the knees, not over (that would put to much pressure on your knee joints).
- 3Slowly pull the knees toward your shoulders. This also stretches your buttocks muscles.
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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB. Library last reviewed June 22, 2026 · How these guides are written