Cross Standing Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Crunch
How to: Cross Standing Crunch
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your hands behind your head with elbows out to the side.
- Lift your right knee towards your left elbow while crunching the torso to the side.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Not maintaining a neutral spine during the movement.
- Overextending the arms.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball.
- Reduce the range of motion if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your movements controlled to maximize effectiveness.
- Focus on the contraction of the abs as you perform the crunch.
Cross Standing Crunch Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
strength
waist
exercise
bodyweight