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Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap

Gentle core work! Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap: a simple exercise to boost stability and tone your abs with controlled twists.

The Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Lats (latissimus dorsi)

How to do the Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your knees slightly bent.

    • Position your arms at a 90-degree angle at your elbows, with your hands near your shoulders.

  2. Engage Your Core:

    • Tighten your abdominal muscles to maintain stability throughout the movement.

  3. Movement:

    • Slowly bring your right elbow towards your chest while slightly leaning your torso to the left.

    • As you do this, keep your other elbow in place, maintaining the 90-degree angle.

    • Return to the starting position and repeat the movement, this time bringing your left elbow towards your chest and leaning slightly to the right.

  4. Repetitions:

    • Perform 10-15 repetitions on each side, maintaining a controlled movement to avoid any sudden jerks.

  5. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you prepare for the movement and exhale as you bring your elbow towards your chest.

  6. Cool Down:

    • After completing your repetitions, take a moment to stretch your arms and back to release any tension.

Remember to keep your movements slow and controlled, focusing on the engagement of your muscles.

Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap FAQs

What muscles does the Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap work?

The Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap?

None. The Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Slight-Bend Elbow-Tap variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Corner Tap, Elbow-Tap to Outer Throw, Elbow and Lying Elbow-Tap.

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