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Half Wiper

Improve core strength and flexibility with the Half Wiper! Rotate your lower body while keeping your upper body still.

The Half Wiper mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Half Wiper Muscles Worked

Primary

Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Obliques

Secondary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)

How to do the Half Wiper

Starting Position:

  1. Lie on your back on the mat with your knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Your feet should be flat on the ground, hip-width apart.

  2. Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder level, palms facing down. This will help with stability.

Movement Instructions:

  1. Engage your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine.

  2. Slowly lower both knees to one side while keeping your shoulders flat on the ground. Aim to touch the floor with your knees but do not force it. Only go as far as is comfortable.

  3. Hold the position for a moment, making sure to keep your core engaged and breathe steadily.

  4. Return your knees to the center, using your core muscles to control the movement.

  5. Repeat the movement to the opposite side, lowering your knees toward the other side.

  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions (start with 5-10 each side).

Tips:

  • Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize effectiveness and prevent injury.

  • Ensure that your shoulders remain flat on the ground to maintain proper form.

  • If you find it difficult to keep both knees together, you can start with one knee at a time until you build more stability.

Half Wiper FAQs

What muscles does the Half Wiper work?

The Half Wiper mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the transverse abdominis and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Half Wiper?

None. The Half Wiper is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Half Wiper variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Half Jackknife, Isometric Wiper, Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper and Seated Windshield Wiper.

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