Alternate Heel Touchers
Expert Advice
Focus on using your obliques to reach your heels rather than just moving your arms.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Extend your arms down the sides of your body.
- Crunch your torso up slightly to engage your abs.
- Reach your right hand down to touch your right heel, then return to the center.
- Reach your left hand down to touch your left heel, then return to the center.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Alternate Heel Touchers primarily targets the Abs, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Abs100%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 12-15
Intermediate3 x 10-12
Advanced4 x 8-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Alternate Heel Touchers work?
This exercise directly targets your abs through a focused isolation movement. It is one of the most popular abs exercises and requires no equipment at all.
Is Alternate Heel Touchers good for beginners?
Yes. Alternate Heel Touchers uses a simple movement pattern that does not require advanced coordination. It requires no equipment, so you can do it anywhere. Focus on controlled reps and good form before worrying about speed or volume.
How many sets and reps should I do for Alternate Heel Touchers?
Start with 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps. If the exercise works one side at a time, do 10 to 15 reps per side. Rest 30 to 60 seconds between sets. Track your sets in the FitAI app to make sure you are progressing over time.
