Side Crunch Squat (male)

Side Crunch Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Squat down and then as you stand up, balance on one leg and crunch your abs by bringing your elbow down to meet your raised knee on the same side
  • 3Return to the squat position
  • 4Repeat the process, standing up and crunching on the other side
  • 5Keep switching sides for each rep

Tips:

  • Keep your abdominal muscles engaged throughout
  • Ensure your knees do not extend over your toes in the squat
  • Try to maintain balance during the crunch
  • Breathe in during the squat and breathe out during the crunch

Side Crunch Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs