Standing Side Crunch Elbow to Knee
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Equipment
The standing side crunch elbow to knee targets the oblique muscles and aids in improving core strength and stability. It is performed standing, making it an effective exercise for engaging the core without traditional floor work, helping in balancing and improving coordination between the upper and lower body.
How to do it
- Stand with feet hip-width apart and hands lifted to shoulder height.
- Lift your right knee towards your right elbow while crunching the torso to the side.
- Lower the right leg and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides with controlled movements.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise for maximum benefit.
Muscles worked
Primary Obliques
Secondary Gluteus Medius Iliopsoas Quadriceps Rectus Abdominis
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