Seated Side Crunch (Wall) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Wall Side Crunch
How to: Seated Side Crunch (Wall)
- Position your back against a wall, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your hands on your hips or behind your head.
- Engage your core, and slowly bend to one side, bringing your elbow down toward your hip.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward instead of maintaining an upright posture.
- Not engaging the core, leading to strain on the back.
- Using arms to pull the body rather than crunching with the obliques.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a smaller range of motion.
- Use a stability ball against the wall for added support.
Tips
- Keep your back pressed against the wall throughout the movement.
- Engage your core and breathe out as you crunch sideways.
- Don't use momentum; control your movement.
Seated Side Crunch (Wall) Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
obliques
waist
bodyweight
intermediate