Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch
Description
The elbow to knee side plank crunch is a side plank variation that adds a crunching motion. The lifter holds a side plank and brings the top elbow to the top knee. It is a strong oblique builder.
Equipment Required
Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch Instructions
- Lie on the side with the bottom forearm on the floor.
- Stack the feet and legs straight.
- Brace your core and lift the hips into a side plank.
- Place the top hand behind the head with the elbow flared.
- Lift the top knee up toward the top elbow.
- Crunch the elbow down to meet the knee.
- Pause briefly at the contracted position.
- Extend back to start. Finish then switch sides.
Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch Form & Visual
Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch Benefits
- Loads the obliques
- Strong side plank variation
- Builds the core
- Useful for core size
- Trains the side abs
Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch Muscles Worked
- Obliques
- Core
- Gluteus medius
Elbow to Knee Side Plank Crunch Variations & Alternatives
- Side Plank
- Side Crunch
- Bicycle Crunch
- Russian Twist
