Target Core with Alternating Upper Circle Crunches

Alternating Upper Circle Crunches

Rep Range

Time Based

Hints

Lay flat on your back, hands behind your head. Engage your core and lift your upper body in a circular motion to the left and then to the right. Imagine drawing a semi-circle with your elbows while keeping the lower back pressed to the floor.

Common Mistakes

Tugging on the neck. Lifting using the shoulders instead of engaging the core. Not keeping a controlled motion.

Breathing

Inhale as you start the motion, exhale during the upward curve, and inhale again as you return to the starting position.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Upper Abs, Obliques

Secondary Muscles

Lower Abs