Crunch Single Leg Lift Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Single Leg Crunch
How to: Crunch Single Leg Lift
- Lie on your back with one knee bent and the other leg raised straight up.
- Place your hands behind your head, elbows wide.
- Engage your core and lift your torso towards the bent knee.
- Lower your upper body down and repeat for desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with hands.
- Arching the back instead of keeping it flat.
- Lifting legs too high, causing strain on the hips.
Modifications
- Bend both knees to reduce intensity.
- Perform the exercise with feet on the ground for additional support.
Tips
- Exhale as you lift to engage your core effectively.
- Keep your lower back flat against the ground.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed.
Crunch Single Leg Lift Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
waist
exercise
body weight