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Beginner
Abs

Elbow-to-knee

This simple exercise uses your own body weight to strengthen your tummy muscles, specifically the front and sides of your stomach. It works by twisting your body while you lift up.

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Elbow-to-knee demonstration

How to Perform

  1. 1Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
  2. 2Put your hands behind your head and point your elbows out to the sides.
  3. 3Tighten your tummy muscles and lift your upper body. Bring your right elbow toward your left knee.
  4. 4At the same time, bring your left knee toward your right elbow. Twist your body as you do this.
  5. 5Hold this position for a moment, then slowly lower your body and put your foot back on the floor.
  6. 6Do the movement again, but this time bring your left elbow toward your right knee and your right knee toward your left elbow.
  7. 7Keep switching sides until you finish your set.

Exercise Info

Primary Muscles
Abs
Secondary Muscles
Obliques
Equipment
Body weight
Difficulty
Beginner

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