Cross Body Crunch

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Learn how to do the Cross Body Crunch with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Obliques.

Cross Body Crunch exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Cross Body Crunch

Follow these steps to perform the Cross Body Crunch with correct form:

  1. 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
  3. 3Engaging your abs, lift your upper body off the ground and twist to bring your right elbow towards your left knee.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat on the other side, bringing your left elbow towards your right knee.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Cross Body Crunch Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

obliques

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
waist
Category
Main

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