Elbow to Knee

Elbow to Knee — Start position — Start position

Elbow to Knee — End position — End position

Region: Lumbar & Core
Equipment: Body Only
Category: Strength
Level: Beginner
Mechanic: compound
Force: pull

Muscles worked

abdominals

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Lie on the floor, crossing your right leg across your bent left knee. Clasp your hands behind your head, beginning with your shoulder blades on the ground. This will be your starting position.
Perform the motion by flexing the spine and rotating your torso to bring the left elbow to the right knee.
Return to the starting position and repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.

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