Leg Climb Crunch
Strengthen your core with Leg Climb Crunches! Target your abs with this challenging exercise.
The Leg Climb Crunch mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Leg Climb Crunch Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Obliques
Leg Climb Crunch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Leg Climb Crunch
Start by lying on your back with legs extended and arms by your sides.
Lift one leg straight up towards the ceiling. The other leg should remain either bent with the foot on the floor or extended flat on the ground for more of a challenge.
Engage your core and lift your head and shoulders off the ground as if performing a crunch. Reach your hands towards your ankle of the lifted leg.
Begin to 'climb' your leg by walking your hands up towards your ankle, pulling yourself higher with each 'step'. Your goal should be to reach as high as possible on your leg without straining.
Once you've climbed as far as you can, walk your hands back down to the starting position.
Lower your upper body to the floor, returning to the initial position.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps before switching legs.
Remember to keep your movements controlled and avoid using momentum. The focus should be on using your abdominal muscles to climb and not on pulling with your arms.
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Leg Climb Crunch FAQs
What muscles does the Leg Climb Crunch work?
The Leg Climb Crunch mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Leg Climb Crunch?
None. The Leg Climb Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Leg Climb Crunch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Stool Supported Climber, Crab, Leg Extension Crunch and Leg Extension Star Crunch.
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