Alternating Stepback Crunch
Step back and crunch your way to a stronger core! This exercise combines a lunge with a crunch for a full-body burn.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Starting Position:
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your arms bent at your sides, and engage your core (tighten your stomach muscles).
2. Step Back:
- Step back with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge position. Your left knee should be directly above your left ankle, and your right knee should hover just above the ground.
- Ensure your back stays straight, and don’t lean forward.
3. Opposite Crunch Movement:
- As you lunge back, raise your left arm straight up towards the ceiling.
- Simultaneously, lift and bring your right knee up towards your chest and your right elbow down towards your knee.
4. Return to Start:
- Lower your right leg back down and return to the standing position while lowering your left arm back to your side.
- This completes one repetition.
5. Repetition:
- Repeat the movement for a set number of repetitions (e.g., 10-15), then switch legs and repeat on the other side.
Key Tips:
- Maintain a strong core throughout the exercise to help with balance and support.
- Focus on smooth movements rather than speed to ensure proper form.
- Keep your head up and look forward while performing the exercise.