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elbow-to-knee
Target

abs

Equipment

body weight

elbow-to-knee

waist

How to Perform the elbow-to-knee

1

Start by lying flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

2

Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.

3

Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the ground, bringing your right elbow towards your left knee.

4

At the same time, bring your left knee towards your right elbow, creating a twisting motion.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body and extend your legs back to the starting position.

6

Repeat the movement, this time bringing your left elbow towards your right knee and your right knee towards your left elbow.

7

Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

obliques