How to do the Seated Side Crunch (wall)
Seated Side Crunch (wall) is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the cardio category. Secondary muscles engaged include Obliques.
Seated Side Crunch (wall) demonstration · © GymiaFit
Seated Side Crunch (wall) at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Seated Side Crunch (wall) step by step
- 1Sit on the floor with your back against a wall and your legs extended in front of you.
- 2Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- 3Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
- 4Engage your abs and lean to one side, bringing your elbow towards your hip.
- 5Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
- 6Repeat on the other side.
- 7Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Seated Side Crunch (wall) — questions
What muscles does the Seated Side Crunch (wall) work?
The Seated Side Crunch (wall) primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Obliques as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Seated Side Crunch (wall)?
None — the Seated Side Crunch (wall) uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Seated Side Crunch (wall) 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 Seated Side Crunch (wall)?
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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