Hip Crossover
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Hip Crossover focuses on Obliques, with Hips, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Hip Crossover with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your arms stretched out to the sides for balance.
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Bend your knees and lift your feet off the ground, keeping your thighs perpendicular to the floor.
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Slowly lower your knees to one side, keeping your shoulders flat on the ground, then return to center and repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Hip Crossover safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders grounded to avoid straining your back.
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Move slowly to maintain control and avoid twisting too much at the lower back.
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If you feel any discomfort, stop the exercise and adjust your position.
Secondary Muscles
While Hip Crossover primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Lower Back . 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 Hip Crossover, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Hip Crossover, 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.
