This exercise involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lift one leg up while keeping the other foot on the ground, and perform a crunch by lifting your shoulders off the ground. Lower back down and repeat on the other leg. This exercise targets the abdominal muscles.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the abdominal muscles
- Improves balance and stability
- Targets the lower abs and hip flexors
- Increases core strength and endurance
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
How to perform
- Lie down on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Extend one leg straight up towards the ceiling.
- Place your hands behind your head, keeping your elbows wide.
- Engage your core and lift your head, neck, and shoulders off the ground.
- Simultaneously lift your extended leg towards your chest, keeping it straight.
- Lower your head, neck, and shoulders back down to the ground while lowering your leg back to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, alternating legs for each repetition.
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BACK VIEW
Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Hip Flexors
Primary