Lying Toe Touch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Lying Crunch
How to: Lying Toe Touch
- Lie flat on your back with your legs extended.
- Keep your arms extended towards your toes.
- Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the ground while reaching towards your toes.
- Hold for a moment, then lower back down to the start position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the back off the ground.
- Using momentum instead of muscle control.
Modifications
- Bend your knees to reduce strain on lower back.
- Perform the exercise with feet elevated onto a bench.
Tips
- Keep your back flat on the floor.
- Engage your core while performing the movement.
Lying Toe Touch Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
rectus abdominis
beginner
exercise