Elbow to Knee Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas, Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Crunch twist
How to: Elbow to Knee
- Lie flat on your back with your knees bent at 90 degrees.
- Place your hands behind your head and lift your shoulder blades off the ground.
- Bring your right elbow towards your left knee while extending your right leg.
- Switch sides, bringing your left elbow towards your right knee, and continue alternating.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift instead of engaging the muscles.
- Pulling on the neck with your hands.
- Not rotating enough from the waist.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with feet on the ground to reduce intensity.
- Use a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure you're bringing your elbow towards your knee, not the other way around.
- Keep your movements controlled to maximize effectiveness.
Elbow to Knee Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
obliques
abs
weight management
fitness