Lying High Criss-Cross Leg
Tone your abs with Lying High Criss-Cross Legs! Strengthen your core with this simple, effective exercise.
The Lying High Criss-Cross Leg mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying High Criss-Cross Leg Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Hip Adductors
Lying High Criss-Cross Leg Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying High Criss-Cross Leg
Lying High Criss-Cross Legs
Positioning
1. Starting Position:
Lie flat on your back on a comfortable surface, such as a mat.
Keep your arms relaxed at your sides or place them under your lower back for support.
Movement
Leg Positioning:
Lift your legs off the ground so that they are elevated at a 45-degree angle.
Keep your legs straight and together.
Performing the Criss-Cross:
Start by crossing your right leg over your left leg.
Then, uncross your legs and switch, crossing your left leg over your right leg.
Continue alternating the crossing of your legs in a controlled manner.
Tips
Focus on using your core muscles to stabilize your body as you move your legs.
Keep your lower back pressed against the mat to avoid strain.
Maintain a steady breathing pattern throughout the exercise.
Perform the exercise for 10-15 repetitions or for a set amount of time, like 30 seconds.
Cool Down
After completing the exercise, lower your legs back down to the mat and relax for a moment before transitioning to your next activity.
Lying High Criss-Cross Leg FAQs
What muscles does the Lying High Criss-Cross Leg work?
The Lying High Criss-Cross Leg mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Lying High Criss-Cross Leg?
None. The Lying High Criss-Cross Leg is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying High Criss-Cross Leg variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Criss-Cross Leg Raises, Open Knees-Together Toe Leg Stretched Together, Lying 90-To-90 Switch and Lying Abdominal Scissors Crunch.
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