Standing Side Crunch (Diagonal)
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Equipment
The Standing Side Crunch (Diagonal) is a dynamic core exercise that targets the obliques and abdominal muscles. It enhances core strength and stability, while also engaging the hip flexors and legs for balance and coordination. This exercise is excellent for improving core muscular endurance and tightness.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hands behind your head.
- Engage your core and lift your right knee toward your left elbow.
- Twist your torso to bring the left elbow toward the raised knee.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Gluteus Medius Iliopsoas Quadriceps
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