Reclining Circle
Muscle Groups: Abs
Reclining Circle focuses on Abs, with Hips, Obliques working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Reclining Circle with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your back with your legs extended straight and your arms resting by your sides, palms down.
- 2
Engage your core and lift both legs straight up towards the ceiling, keeping them together and slightly bent at the knees if needed.
- 3
Slowly lower your legs down and to one side, initiating a wide circular motion.
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Continue sweeping your legs downwards and across the bottom, keeping them together and controlled.
- 5
Bring your legs up the other side to complete the circle, returning to the starting position with legs lifted towards the ceiling.
- 6
Reverse the direction of the circle for the next repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Reclining Circle primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, 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 Reclining Circle, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Reclining 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.
