Crescent Circle
Muscle Groups: Abs
Crescent Circle focuses on Abs, with Obliques working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Crescent Circle with proper form and technique.
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Start in a seated position with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, leaning slightly back with a straight back.
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Engage your core and lift your feet off the ground, balancing on your sit bones.
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Move your arms out to the sides for balance, then rotate your torso to the right and circle your arms overhead, bringing them down to the left.
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Return to the starting position and repeat, alternating the direction of the circle.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Crescent Circle safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight to avoid strain and maintain good posture.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to protect your lower back and enhance stability.
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If you're struggling to balance, keep your feet on the ground until you gain more strength.
Secondary Muscles
While Crescent Circle primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Obliques . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Crescent Circle, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Crescent Circle, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
