How to do the Lying Elbow To Knee
Lying Elbow To Knee is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hip Flexors and Lower Back.
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Lying Elbow To Knee at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors, Lower Back
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Lying Elbow To Knee step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
- 3Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the ground, bringing your right elbow towards your left knee.
- 4At the same time, extend your right leg straight out and lift it off the ground.
- 5Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
- 6Repeat the movement, this time bringing your left elbow towards your right knee and extending your left leg.
- 7Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Lying Elbow To Knee — questions
What muscles does the Lying Elbow To Knee work?
The Lying Elbow To Knee primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Hip Flexors, Lower Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Lying Elbow To Knee?
None — the Lying Elbow To Knee uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Lying Elbow To Knee suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Lying Elbow To Knee?
3/4 Sit-up, 45° Side Bend, Air Bike train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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