Band Kneeling Twisting Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Band Crunch, Kneeling Twisting Crunch
How to: Band Kneeling Twisting Crunch
- Kneel on a mat with your knees about shoulder-width apart.
- Anchor the band to a stable point at shoulder height.
- Grab the band with both hands and lift it to shoulder height.
- Engage your core and rotate your torso to one side, pulling the band towards that side.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with the hands.
- Not engaging the core completely.
- Rounding the back during the exercise.
Modifications
- Perform without a band for beginners.
- Modify the range of motion to suit personal comfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the motion to maximize effectiveness.
- Keep your back straight and avoid straining your neck.
- Use a controlled motion to prevent injury.
Band Kneeling Twisting Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
twisting
band exercise
intermediate