Standing Cross Crunch
Tone your core & obliques with Standing Cross Crunches! A simple, effective exercise you can do anywhere.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Place your hands lightly behind your head with elbows flared out to the sides.
3. Shift your weight onto your left foot and lift your right knee towards your chest.
4. As you lift your knee, twist your torso so that your left elbow tries to meet your raised right knee - it's okay if they don't actually touch. This is the 'cross' element, engaging the oblique muscles.
5. Reverse the movement, untwisting your torso and lowering your right leg back to the starting position.
6. Shift your weight onto your right foot and repeat the movement with the left knee and right elbow.
7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions. Remember to engage your core throughout the exercise and move with control to maximize the benefit and reduce risk of injury. Adjust the number of repetitions and sets according to your fitness level.
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