V Sit Cross Punch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Pectoralis Major, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cross Body Punch, V-Sit Punch
How to: V Sit Cross Punch
- Sit on the floor with your legs in a V position and lean slightly back.
- Keep your back straight and engage your core muscles.
- Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder level with fists clenched.
- Twist your torso to one side and punch across your body with one arm.
- Return to the center and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating punches for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far back, which can strain the lower back.
- Using momentum instead of core control for the punches.
- Failing to fully extend the arms during the punch.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated on a chair for greater stability.
- Reduce the range of motion if you're new to the movement.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Keep your movements controlled to prevent injury.
- Ensure that your punches are thrown from the shoulder, not the elbow.
V Sit Cross Punch Alternatives
Tags
core
punching
strength
obliques
waist
stability