Side Crunch with Hands on Chest 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
- Chest-side crunch
How to: Side Crunch with Hands on Chest
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands on your chest.
- Engage your core as you lift your upper body off the ground to the side.
- Return to starting position and repeat for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on your neck while crunching.
- Arching the lower back instead of engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the crunch with legs bent at a 90-degree angle for support.
- Reduce the range of motion if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Ensure your feet remain on the ground while performing the crunch.
- Control your movements to avoid straining your neck.
- Engage your core thoroughly during the exercise.
Side Crunch with Hands on Chest Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
crunch
obliques
abs
beginner