Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension
Target your core with this challenging move! Lifted shoulders & controlled leg extensions for a stronger, sculpted midsection. Feel the burn!
The Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Lower Back (quadratus lumborum); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension
Starting Position:
Lie flat on your back on a mat or comfortable surface.
Raise your shoulders slightly off the ground. Your head should be relaxed on the mat.
Bend your knees at a 90-degree angle, bringing them towards your chest.
Arm Position:
Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder level for stability.
Keep your palms facing down and your elbows slightly bent.
Movement:
Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body.
Slowly lower your bent knees to the right side, keeping your shoulders lifted and your left arm on the mat for support. Ensure that your feet do not touch the ground.
Hold the position for a moment, feeling the stretch in your core.
Return your knees to the starting position at the center.
Repeat on the Other Side:
Now, lower your knees to the left side, maintaining the same posture and hold.
Return to the center again.
Repetitions:
Perform 10-15 repetitions on each side, alternating between right and left.
Breathing:
Inhale as you lower your knees to the side and exhale as you return to the center.
Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize effectiveness and safety.
If you feel any strain in your lower back, modify the movement by lowering your shoulders closer to the ground.
Cool Down:
Once completed, lie on your back with a relaxed posture for a moment to allow your body to recover.
Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension work?
The Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension?
None. The Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying Shoulder Raised Windshield Wiper Leg Extension variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating 45-Degree Bent-Leg Extension, Half Wiper, Open Knees-Together Toe Leg Stretched Together and Alternating Lying 90-Degree Leg Extension.
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