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Band Kneeling Twisting Crunch

The band kneeling twisting crunch is a band exercise that targets the abs, with the obliques assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band kneeling twisting crunch
Band Kneeling Twisting Crunch — demonstration
Target muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques
Equipment
Band
Body part
Waist

How to do the band kneeling twisting crunch

  1. Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at waist height.
  2. Kneel down facing away from the anchor point and hold the band with both hands, keeping your elbows bent and close to your sides.
  3. Engage your abs and slowly twist your torso to one side, bringing your hands towards your opposite hip.
  4. Pause for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the abs. The obliques work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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