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Elbow to Knee

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The 'Elbow to Knee' exercise primarily targets the core and oblique muscles. This rotational movement helps enhance core stability and flexibility, which are essential for various functional and athletic activities.

How to do it

  1. Lie flat on your back with hands behind your head.
  2. Lift your legs off the floor, bending your knees at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Twist your torso to bring your right elbow towards your left knee, extending the other leg.
  4. Repeat on the opposite side by bringing your left elbow towards your right knee.
  5. Continue alternating sides in a controlled manner.

Muscles worked

Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis

Secondary Iliopsoas

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