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 Home :: Bodybuilding Exercise  :: Abdominals :: Oblique Crunch 
Oblique Crunch
  
    Target Muscles
        Internal and external obliques, rectus abdominis.   | 
   
 
Starting Position
  - Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet either resting on a bench or flat on the floor.
 
  - Place your left hand by the side of your head, and your right hand on the floor for \ support.
 
 
The Movement 
  - Lift your left shoulder diagonally, aiming it towards your right knee.
 
  - Hold for two counts; then slowly return to your starting position.
 
  - After completing the required number of repetitions, repeat the exercise on the other side.
 
 
Tips
  -  Imagine your rib cage rotating to the side as you curl up.
 
  - Lead with your shoulder rather than your elbow.
 
  - Make sure you lower your upper body slowly back to the floor.
 
  - Do not twist your head, only your torso. . Exhale as you contract your abdominals.
 
 
Other Exercises for your Ab Workouts
Crunch. 
Swiss Ball Crunch. 
Reverse Crunch. 
Side Crunch. 
Hanging Leg Raise 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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