Sprinter Crunch
Description
This exercise involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. You then lift your shoulders off the ground and bring your right elbow to your left knee while extending your right leg out straight. You then switch sides, bringing your left elbow to your right knee while extending your left leg out straight. This exercise targets the abs and obliques.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Sprinter Crunch Instructions
- Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Place your hands behind your head, with your elbows pointing out to the sides.
- Engage your core muscles and lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the ground.
- At the same time, bring your right knee towards your chest and extend your left leg out straight.
- Rotate your torso to the right and bring your left elbow towards your right knee.
- Switch sides by bringing your left knee towards your chest and extending your right leg out straight.
- Rotate your torso to the left and bring your right elbow towards your left knee.
- Repeat this movement, alternating sides, for the desired number of repetitions.
Sprinter Crunch Form & Visual
Sprinter Crunch Benefits
- Targets the rectus abdominis (six-pack muscles) and obliques (side muscles)
- Improves core stability and balance
- Increases overall abdominal strength and definition
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and abilities
- Engages multiple muscle groups for a more efficient workout
Sprinter Crunch Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
- Quadriceps
Sprinter Crunch Variations & Alternatives
- Reverse Sprinter Crunch
- Side-to-Side Sprinter Crunch
- Single-Leg Sprinter Crunch
- Weighted Sprinter Crunch
- Medicine Ball Sprinter Crunch
