seated side crunch (wall)
seated side crunch (wall) is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Sit on the floor with your back against a wall and your legs extended in front of you.
Step 2
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
Step 3
Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
Step 4
Engage your abs and lean to one side, bringing your elbow towards your hip.
Step 5
Pause for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Step 6
Repeat on the other side.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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