Lying Oblique Crunch
Target your obliques with lying oblique crunches! This exercise helps sculpt your core and improve definition.
The Lying Oblique Crunch mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying Oblique Crunch Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Lying Oblique Crunch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Oblique Crunch
Position Setup: Lie on your back on a flat surface with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Place your hands lightly on the back of your head with your elbows flared out to the sides. This is your starting position.
Core Engagement: Engage your core muscles to keep your lower back pressed flat into the floor.
Execution of Move: Perform an oblique crunch by lifting your shoulder blades off the floor. As you crunch up, twist your torso so that one elbow comes towards the opposite knee.
Hold and Lower: Hold the crunch position at the top for a moment, ensuring that you feel the contraction in your oblique muscles. Slowly lower back down to the starting position.
Repetition and Switching: Complete all repetitions on one side before switching to the other side, or alternate sides for each repetition.
Breathing: Remember to exhale as you crunch and inhale as you lower your body back down.
Exercise Volume: Perform the desired number of sets and repetitions, typically around 10-15 reps per side for 2-3 sets.
Precautions: Ensure to perform the exercise with control and avoid pulling on your neck with your hands; the movement should come from your core.
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Lying Oblique Crunch FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Oblique Crunch work?
The Lying Oblique Crunch mainly works the core. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Lying Oblique Crunch?
None. The Lying Oblique Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying Oblique Crunch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the 45-Degree Twisting Bicycle-Crunch, Twisting Air Crunch, Alternating Oblique Crunch and Bent-Knee Crunch Abduction with Arm Through.
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