Oblique Crunches - On The Floor
The Oblique Crunches - On The Floor isolates the Abdominals through a controlled range of motion. This beginner-level body only exercise builds focused strength where compound movements often fall short.
Starting position
Ending position
Muscles Worked
The abdominals handles the primary load during this movement. This isolation movement keeps tension concentrated on a single muscle group.
How to Oblique Crunches - On The Floor
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Start out by lying on your right side with your legs lying on top of each other. Make sure your knees are bent a little bit.
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Place your left hand behind your head.
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Once you are in this set position, begin by moving your left elbow up as you would perform a normal crunch except this time the main emphasis is on your obliques.
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Crunch as high as you can, hold the contraction for a second and then slowly drop back down into the starting position.
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Remember to breathe in during the eccentric (lowering) part of the exercise and to breathe out during the concentric (elevation) part of the exercise.
Common Mistakes
- • Focus on the mind-muscle connection — feel the target muscle working through each rep.
- • Use a controlled tempo of 2 seconds up, 2 seconds down to eliminate momentum.
- • If reps become too easy, slow the tempo or add a pause at the hardest point rather than rushing through more reps.
- • Squeeze at peak contraction for a full second — this is where most of the growth stimulus occurs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Oblique Crunches - On The Floor work?
The Oblique Crunches - On The Floor primarily targets the Abdominals. It's an effective isolation exercise for building abdominals strength.
Is the Oblique Crunches - On The Floor good for beginners?
Yes, the Oblique Crunches - On The Floor is suitable for beginners. Start with light weight to master the 5-step form before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Oblique Crunches - On The Floor?
You need no equipment — just your bodyweight to perform the Oblique Crunches - On The Floor. This makes it ideal for home workouts.
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