Air Twisting Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Sartorius, Iliopsoas, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Crunch
How to: Air Twisting Crunch
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Place your hands behind your head or crossed over your chest.
- Rotate your torso to bring your right elbow towards your left knee while extending your right leg.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the duration of the exercise.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with your hands.
- Lifting your feet off the ground, which can strain the back.
- Not fully engaging the core during the exercise.
Modifications
- Reduce the range of motion to accommodate strength levels.
- Perform the exercise with feet on the ground for added stability.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the motion to maximize effectiveness.
- Control your movements to prevent using momentum.
- Keep your back straight to avoid strain.
Air Twisting Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
waist
obliques
abdominal workout
body weight