Exercise technique

band kneeling twisting crunch

The band kneeling twisting crunch is an abdominal exercise that targets the abs and obliques using a resistance band. It involves kneeling and twisting the torso against the resistance of the band, engaging the core muscles.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at waist height.
  2. Kneel down facing away from the anchor point and hold the band with both hands, keeping your elbows bent and close to your sides.
  3. Engage your abs and slowly twist your torso to one side, bringing your hands towards your opposite hip.
  4. Pause for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Obliques.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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