Dumbbell Single-Arm Starfish Crunch (Beginner)
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Dumbbell Single-Arm Starfish Crunch is a core exercise that targets your abdominal muscles, particularly engaging the obliques and improving core stability. It helps develop coordination and balance while providing a dynamic workout for your midsection.
How to do it
- Lie on your back with arms extended above your head, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
- Extend opposite arm and leg out to form a starfish position.
- Engage your core and lift your upper torso while bringing the dumbbell and opposite leg together.
- Return slowly to the starting position, keeping control throughout.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch sides.
Muscles worked
Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Quadriceps Serratus Anterior Trapezius Upper Fibers
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