Twisting Crunch (arms straight)

Twisting Crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor
  • 2Extend your arms straight with palms facing down
  • 3Twist your torso to one side, lifting your shoulder blades off the floor
  • 4Lower back down to the starting position
  • 5Repeat on the opposite side

Tips:

  • Keep your lower back pressed to the floor during the exercise
  • Exhale as you crunch up and inhale as you lower back down
  • Avoid pulling with your neck or rounding your back
  • Focus on using your abs to lift your torso

Twisting Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs