Crunch Single Leg Lift
Description
This exercise involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lift one leg up while keeping the other foot on the ground, and perform a crunch by lifting your shoulders off the ground. Lower back down and repeat on the other leg. This exercise targets the abdominal muscles.
Equipment Required
Crunch Single Leg Lift Instructions
- Lie down on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Extend one leg straight up towards the ceiling.
- Place your hands behind your head, keeping your elbows wide.
- Engage your core and lift your head, neck, and shoulders off the ground.
- Simultaneously lift your extended leg towards your chest, keeping it straight.
- Lower your head, neck, and shoulders back down to the ground while lowering your leg back to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, alternating legs for each repetition.
Crunch Single Leg Lift Form & Visual
Crunch Single Leg Lift Benefits
- Strengthens the abdominal muscles
- Improves balance and stability
- Targets the lower abs and hip flexors
- Increases core strength and endurance
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
Crunch Single Leg Lift Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
Crunch Single Leg Lift Variations & Alternatives
- Crunch Double Leg Lift
- Reverse Crunch Single Leg Lift
- Reverse Crunch Double Leg Lift
- Bicycle Crunch
- Russian Twist
