seated side crunch (wall)
A waist exercise targeting the abs, performed with body weight.
How to do seated side crunch (wall)
Sit on the floor with your back against a wall and your legs extended in front of you.
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
Engage your abs and lean to one side, bringing your elbow towards your hip.
Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Repeat on the other side.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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