Lying Elbow to Knee
Description
The lying elbow to knee (cross-body crunch) lies on your back and brings opposite elbow and knee together by crunching and rotating. It targets both the rectus abdominis and obliques through the cross-body pattern.
Equipment Required
Lying Elbow to Knee Instructions
- Lie on your back. Hands behind your head. Knees bent, feet flat.
- Crunch up and rotate — bring your right elbow toward your left knee.
- Simultaneously lift your left knee toward your right elbow.
- Touch or bring them as close as possible.
- Lower back to start.
- Repeat on the other side — left elbow to right knee.
- Continue alternating.
- Aim for 10 to 15 reps per side.
Lying Elbow to Knee Form & Visual
Lying Elbow to Knee Benefits
- Targets both abs and obliques
- Cross-body pattern builds rotational strength
- Beginner-friendly
- No equipment needed
- Builds core rotation
- Classic ab exercise
Lying Elbow to Knee Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
Lying Elbow to Knee Variations & Alternatives
- Bicycle Crunch
- Standard Crunch
- Russian Twist
- Standing Elbow to Knee
- Cross-Body Mountain Climber
