Lying Elbow to Knee Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Hip Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
How to: Lying Elbow to Knee
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands behind your head without pulling on your neck.
- Raise your right elbow towards your left knee as you extend your right leg.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Allowing the neck to strain instead of supporting it.
- Letting the lower back arch off the ground.
Modifications
- Keep one knee bent and only lift the other leg.
- Reduce the range of motion if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your lower back pressed into the floor.
- Control the movement to engage the core effectively.
- Avoid pulling on your neck; use your core to lift your body.
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Tags
strength
core
waist
obliques
exercise
bodyweight