Standing Side Crunch (VERSION 2) (female)

Standing Side Crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart
  • 2Place your left hand on your hip, and extend your right arm overhead
  • 3Lift your right leg to the side as you bring your right elbow down towards your knee
  • 4Return to the starting position
  • 5Repeat the exercise on the other side

Tips:

  • Keep your lower back straight during the exercise
  • Remember to breathe in when lifting the body part and breathe out when going back to the starting position
  • Engage your core throughout to maintain balance
  • Aim for slow and controlled movements rather than speed

Standing Side Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs