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Abs · Intermediate

Seated Alternate Crunch

Seated alternating cross-body crunch bringing one shoulder toward the opposite knee with controlled trunk flexion and rotation.

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Seated Alternate Crunch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliquesHip Flexors

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
  2. 02With your hands behind your head, lift your upper body towards your knees.
  3. 03Twist your torso to bring one elbow towards the opposite knee.
  4. 04Lower back to starting position and repeat on the other side.
  5. 05Continue alternating sides for the prescribed repetitions.

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