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Elbow-To-Knee Crunch

Beginner

Elbow-To-Knee Crunch

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Elbow-To-Knee Crunch is a full-body exercise that strengthens the core and specifically targets the obliques and rectus abdominis. It is a simple exercise that all fitness levels can do.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Lie on your back and place your hands behind your head. Bend your knees and lift them up so your hips and thighs form a 90-degree angle, and your calves are parallel to the floor. With your elbows apart, lift your shoulder blades off the floor and hold that position. This is your starting position.
  • Step 2

    Rotate your upper body in one direction, bringing your elbow to your opposite knee while fully extending your other leg. Hold and then return to starting position to repeat in the opposite direction.

Muscle Groups

Elbow-To-Knee Crunch targets Abs, Obliques as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Avoid neck strain by lightly touching your head.
  • Be sure to twist your torso on each rep.