Lying-Side Reverse Crunch
Sculpt a stronger core with Lying-Side Reverse Crunch! Target obliques and lower abs. Feel the burn, see the results.
The Lying-Side Reverse Crunch mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying-Side Reverse Crunch Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Lying-Side Reverse Crunch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying-Side Reverse Crunch
Begin by lying on one side, ensuring your body is in a straight line with one hand resting on the floor for stability and the other hand behind your head.
Stack your legs on top of each other and slightly lean back to balance on your glute rather than directly on your hip bone.
Engage your core and keep your lower back straight.
Slowly lift both legs off the ground while keeping them straight. The movement should be driven by the contraction of your obliques and lower abs.
Once your legs reach a comfortable height where you feel a strong contraction in the side of your abdominals, pause briefly.
Controlled and slowly lower your legs back down without letting them touch the floor to keep tension on the muscles.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
After completing the set, switch to your other side and repeat the exercise to ensure balanced muscle development.
Remember to keep your movements controlled and avoid using momentum to lift your legs. Breathe out as you lift your legs and inhale as you lower them back down. Adjust the number of repetitions and sets according to your fitness level.
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Lying-Side Reverse Crunch FAQs
What muscles does the Lying-Side Reverse Crunch work?
The Lying-Side Reverse Crunch mainly works the core. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Lying-Side Reverse Crunch?
None. The Lying-Side Reverse Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying-Side Reverse Crunch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Oblique Crunch, Oblique Jackknife, Decline Reverse Crunch and Oblique Leg Raise Crunch.
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