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Cross Body Crunch

Abdominal flexion drill emphasizing controlled reps and steady pelvis position.

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Cross Body Crunch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliques

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 15 / side

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet planted, and fingertips resting lightly behind your head.
  2. 02Brace your abdominals and lift your shoulder blades from the floor without pulling on your neck.
  3. 03Rotate your rib cage so one shoulder moves toward the opposite knee or thigh.
  4. 04Pause briefly in the shortened position while keeping your pelvis stable and your chin gently tucked.
  5. 05Lower to the center under control, then alternate sides or complete the assigned repetitions on one side.

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