Side Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Side Bend Crunch
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Side Crunch
- Lie on your side with your legs bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Place one hand behind your head and keep the other hand on the floor for support.
- Engaging your obliques, lift your upper body towards your hips while keeping your legs stable.
- Lower back down to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the head or neck during the exercise.
- Using momentum instead of a controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core properly.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise while seated in a chair for support.
- Reduce the range of motion if flexibility is a concern.
Tips
- Keep your feet planted on the ground for stability.
- Focus on a slow and controlled motion for better engagement of the abs.
- Don't pull on your neck; instead, use your abdominal muscles to lift.
Side Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
obliques
beginner
waist
exercise
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