CORE · COMPOUND
Bicycle Crunch
A bodyweight abdominal exercise combining trunk flexion and rotation.
Primary musclesAbs, Obliques
Secondary musclesHip flexors
EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyBeginner · Rotation
How to perform
- Lie on your back with hands lightly supporting the head.
- Bring opposite elbow and knee toward each other with controlled rotation.
- Alternate sides without pulling on the neck.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the abs as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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