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Abs · Intermediate

Band Bicycle Crunch

Alternating bicycle crunch with a band around the feet, combining trunk flexion and rotation against resisted leg extension.

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Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliquesHip Flexors

Equipment

Resistance Band

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Secure the band around your feet while lying on your back.
  2. 02Lift your shoulders off the ground and pull one knee towards your chest as you twist your torso to bring the opposite elbow towards that knee.
  3. 03Alternate sides in a pedaling motion while maintaining tension in the band.
  4. 04Continue alternating for the prescribed repetitions.
  5. 05Complete the prescribed repetitions while maintaining the same alignment and control.

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