Bodyweight Lying Reach Over
The Bodyweight Lying Reach Over mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Bodyweight Lying Reach Over Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques; Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
How to do the Bodyweight Lying Reach Over
Lie flat on your back with your legs extended straight and arms resting overhead on the floor.
Engage your core and simultaneously lift your shoulders off the floor while bringing your knees toward your chest.
Reach your hands forward past your knees in a controlled crunch motion.
Hold the contraction briefly at the top while exhaling fully.
Slowly lower your upper body and legs back to the starting position on the floor.
Bodyweight Lying Reach Over FAQs
What muscles does the Bodyweight Lying Reach Over work?
The Bodyweight Lying Reach Over mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Bodyweight Lying Reach Over?
None. The Bodyweight Lying Reach Over is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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