Windshield Wiper
Strengthen your core with Windshield Wipers! This exercise targets your obliques for a stronger, more stable midsection.
Optional Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Lie flat on your back on the floor or a mat with your arms straight out to your sides for balance. Your palms should be facing down.
2. Bring your legs up together and bend your knees at a 90-degree angle above your hips, keeping your back flat against the floor.
3. Engage your core and keep your shoulders firmly on the ground.
4. Slowly lower your legs to one side, going as far as you can while maintaining control and without touching the floor. Keep the opposite shoulder blade on the floor to prevent rolling off.
5. Pause momentarily at the bottom of the movement.
6. Use your obliques to bring your legs back to the starting position above your hips.
7. Now lower your legs to the opposite side and repeat the movement.
8. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
9. Keep your movements controlled and breathe consistently throughout the exercise.
10. Make the exercise more challenging by keeping your legs straight during the movement, but only if you can maintain proper form and control.
---