Strength

Elbow to Knee

The elbow to knee is a beginner strength exercise for your abs, using just your body weight.

Main muscles
Abs
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Beginner
Elbow to Knee, starting position
Start
Elbow to Knee, end position
Finish

How to do it

  1. Lie on the floor, crossing your right leg across your bent left knee. Clasp your hands behind your head, beginning with your shoulder blades on the ground. This will be your starting position.
  2. Perform the motion by flexing the spine and rotating your torso to bring the left elbow to the right knee.
  3. Return to the starting position and repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.

Alternatives to the elbow to knee

Crunches Body weight Reverse Crunch Body weight Russian Twist Body weight Standing Cable Wood Chop Cable 3/4 Sit-Up Body weight Ab Roller Other