Band bicycle crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Sartorius, Pectineous
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Resistance Band Bicycle Crunch
How to: Band bicycle crunch
- Secure the band around your feet while lying on your back.
- Lift your shoulders off the ground and pull one knee towards your chest as you twist your torso to bring the opposite elbow towards that knee.
- Alternate sides in a pedaling motion while maintaining tension in the band.
- Continue alternating for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bouncing through the motion instead of controlling it.
- Pulling on the neck which can lead to strain.
- Not engaging the core sufficiently.
Modifications
- Perform with a smaller range of motion.
- Use a lighter band to reduce resistance.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid pulling on your head or neck.
- Keep your movements controlled and deliberate.
Band bicycle crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
obliques
band exercises
medium intensity