90 Degree Heel Touch Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Rectus Abdominis
Equipment
Body weight
Body Part
Waist
Primary Muscle
Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Muscles
Obliques
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5.5
Alternate Names
Heel Touch Crunch

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: 90 Degree Heel Touch

  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees.
  2. Raise your head, neck, and shoulders off the ground.
  3. Reach your hand towards your heels, alternating sides.
  4. Engage your core to stabilize your movements.
  5. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Arching the back during the exercise.
  • Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
  • Not fully engaging the core.

Modifications

  • Bend your knees instead of keeping legs straight.
  • Reduce the range of motion if you experience discomfort.

Tips

  • Keep your back flat on the ground to avoid strain.
  • Engage your core throughout the movement.
  • Perform the exercise slowly to maintain control.

Tags

core
abs
strength
stability
waist
exercise

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