Bodyweight
Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch (Male)
Glutes · Upper Legs
Intermediate6
Demonstration
IntermediateIsolationBodyweight
Hug Keens To Chest
Glutes · Upper Legs
3
sets
10–12
reps
1m
Rest time
~6
Calories / set
Instructions
- 1
Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Bend your knees and lower your body down into a squat position.
- 3
As you squat down, bring your knees up towards your chest and hug them with your arms.
- 4
Hold this position for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary
Glutes
hamstrings
Secondary
hamstringsquadriceps
Pro tips
- Move through the full range of motion under control.
- Keep tension on the target muscle — avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out on the effort, in on the return.
- Pick a weight that lets you keep clean form for every rep.
Common mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing technique.
- Rushing reps instead of controlling the tempo.
- Cutting the range of motion short.
- Holding your breath throughout the set.
Safety notes
- Warm up thoroughly before working heavy.
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp or joint pain.
- Use a spotter or safeties for heavy barbell work.
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