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Oblique Crunch V. 2

The oblique crunch v. 2 is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the obliques assisting.

Animated demonstration of the oblique crunch v. 2
Oblique Crunch V. 2 — demonstration
Target muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques
Equipment
Body weight
Body part
Waist

How to do the oblique crunch v. 2

  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Place your hands behind your head or cross them over your chest.
  3. Engage your abs and lift your shoulder blades off the ground, rotating your torso to one side.
  4. Pause for a moment, then lower your shoulder blades back down 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 bodyweight exercise.

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