Standing Cross-Over Crunch
Tone your obliques with this standing core exercise. Twist and crunch your way to a stronger core, no equipment needed!
The Standing Cross-Over Crunch mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Cross-Over Crunch Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Long Thigh (sartorius); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Standing Cross-Over Crunch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Cross-Over Crunch
Standing Crossover Crunch
Positioning:
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Place your hands behind your head, elbows bent and pointing out to the sides.
Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body.
Movement:
Lift your right knee up towards your left elbow while twisting your torso to the left.
Squeeze your abdominal muscles as you bring your knee and elbow together.
Return to the starting position by lowering your right leg and untwisting your torso.
Repeat the movement on the opposite side, lifting your left knee towards your right elbow.
Continue alternating sides for your desired number of repetitions.
Tips for Beginners:
Start slow to focus on form before increasing speed.
Maintain a slight bend in your knees to prevent locking them.
Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to protect your back.
Standing Cross-Over Crunch FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Cross-Over Crunch work?
The Standing Cross-Over Crunch mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Cross-Over Crunch?
None. The Standing Cross-Over Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Standing Cross-Over Crunch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Standing Elbow to Knee Crunch, Alternating Cross-Arm Leg Lift, Across-Body Twisting Crunch and Cross-Knee to Toe-Tap.
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