Twist Crunch (Legs-up)
Expert Advice
Keep the movement controlled and focus on using your abs to twist rather than momentum, to maximize engagement of the oblique muscles.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on your back with your hands behind your head and legs raised straight up.
- Lift your shoulders off the ground and twist your torso as you bring your right elbow towards your left knee.
- Lower back down and then twist to the other side, bringing your left elbow towards your right knee.
- Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary

Abs70%
Secondary

Quads30%
Equipment
Body weight

Exercise Type
Strength