Alternating Elbow Chopper Crunch on Situp Bench
Chopping motion targets the rotational core and obliques effectively.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthRotation
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs & obliques. Secondary: core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Rotation |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on the sit-up bench with hands behind the head or arms free.
- Crunch up while bringing one elbow across the body in a chopping motion.
- Alternate sides with each rep.
- Keep the movement controlled.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Sit-up Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Chopping motion targets the rotational core and obliques effectively.
Common mistakes
Avoid pulling on the neck or using excessive momentum.
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add a pause at the end of each chop.
Make it easier
Reduce the range of the chop.
Breathing
Exhale as you chop, inhale as you return.
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