Lying Side-To-Side Knee
Loosen your back and strengthen your core with Lying Side-To-Side Knee exercise - feel the twist and build stability!
The Lying Side-To-Side Knee mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Lying Side-To-Side Knee Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Lying Side-To-Side Knee Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Lying Side-To-Side Knee
Begin by lying flat on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
Place your hands beside your head or across your chest.
Engage your core muscles to keep your lower back pressed against the floor.
Slowly lower your knees to one side, going as far as you can while keeping both shoulders firmly on the ground.
Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement.
Using your oblique muscles, bring your knees back to the starting position.
Then, lower your knees to the opposite side, again ensuring your shoulders stay in contact with the ground.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions, making sure to perform the movement in a slow, controlled fashion to maximize muscle engagement.
Keep the movements smooth and controlled to keep tension on the core muscles.
Do not let your shoulders lift off the ground as you twist to ensure proper form and to prevent straining your back.
Breathe out as you bring your knees back to the center from each side.
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Lying Side-To-Side Knee FAQs
What muscles does the Lying Side-To-Side Knee work?
The Lying Side-To-Side Knee 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 Side-To-Side Knee?
None. The Lying Side-To-Side Knee is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Lying Side-To-Side Knee variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating 45-Degree Backward-Lean Knee Raise, 90-Degree Single Knee Crunch, Lying Bent-Knee Twist and Bicycle.
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