Kneeling Elbow to Knee Crunch Side-Plank
Strengthen your core and obliques with this challenging side-plank crunch. Improve stability and tone your waistline!
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Start by getting into a modified side plank position. Place one elbow directly under your shoulder, bend your bottom leg and keep it on the floor while your upper leg is extended. Keep your other hand behind your head with your elbow pointed towards the ceiling.
2. Engage your core and lift your hips off the ground to form a straight line from your knee to your head. This is your starting position.
3. While in the side plank, crunch your upper elbow down towards the floor as you bring your top knee up to meet it.
4. Squeeze your obliques at the top of the motion when your elbow and knee are as close as possible.
5. Slowly return to the starting position, extending both your arm and leg without letting your hips drop.
6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
7. Switch sides and perform the same movement with the opposite elbow and knee.
Make sure to keep your movements controlled, your hips lifted, and your core engaged during the entire exercise to maximize the effectiveness of the crunch and maintain good form.
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