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calf elevated bodyweight cross body crunch

Strengthens calves, core

Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthIsolation

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: calves / ankles
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Isolation
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup for calf elevated bodyweight cross body crunch.
  2. Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens calves, core

Common mistakes

Using momentum or losing form

Make it harder

Increase load or slow tempo

Make it easier

Reduce load or range of motion

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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