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Cross-Body Crunch

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How to: Cross-Body Crunch

Primary Muscles Used:Abs, Rectus Abdominis

Exercise Families:Trunk Flexion

Trainer:Kayla Itsines

  1. Start by lying flat on your back on a yoga mat. Bend your knees and position your feet firmly on the mat, ensuring that they are hip-width apart and your spine is in a neutral position. Release and turn out your left leg so that your ankle is resting on your right leg, just above your knee. Place your hands behind your earlobes and slowly lift your head and shoulder blades off the floor. Engage your abdominal muscles by drawing your belly button in towards your spine. Twist your torso to the right so that your right elbow touches the floor immediately beside you. This is your starting position.
  2. Inhale. Exhale. Using your abdominals, bring your right elbow across your body and towards your left knee, ensuring that your lower body remains as still as possible.
  3. Inhale. Slowly release your torso and return to the starting position. Complete half of the specified number of repetitions on the same side, before completing the remaining repetitions on the other side.

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* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.

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