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Elbow to Knee

Main muscles
Abs
Also works
None listed
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do it

  1. Lie on the floor, crossing your right leg across your bent left knee. Clasp your hands behind your head, beginning with your shoulder blades on the ground. This will be your starting position.
  2. Perform the motion by flexing the spine and rotating your torso to bring the left elbow to the right knee.
  3. Return to the starting position and repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Elbow to Knee work?
Mainly the abs.
What equipment do I need?
Nothing but your bodyweight.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, it is rated beginner level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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