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Elbow to Knee

Elbow to Knee

CategoryStrength
TypeCardio
ForcePull
MechanicCompound
Also known as:Standing Elbow to KneeCross-Body CrunchElbow To Knee Crunch

This move gets your core fired up and your body moving like a bear ready to dance! Bringing your elbow to your opposite knee wakes up your abs, improves coordination, and gets your hips and spine nice and mobile. It's a simple way to warm up and build that full-body connection - no growling required.

Instructions

  1. Start in a standing position with feet hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands behind your head, elbows out to the sides.
  3. Lift your left knee while simultaneously bringing your right elbow to meet it.
  4. Return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the opposite side.

Benefits

  • Improves cardiovascular fitness.
  • Strengthens the core muscles.
  • Enhances coordination and balance.

Key Points

  • Keep your back straight.
  • Engage your core throughout the movement.
  • Maintain a steady pace.

Common Mistakes

  • Slouching or rounding the back.
  • Not fully engaging the core.
  • Moving too quickly without control.

Muscle Groups

Upper LegShouldersCore

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