Toes to Elbows

Muscle Groups: Abs, Quads

Toes to Elbows focuses on Abs, Quads, with Hips, Forearm, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Toes to Elbows with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with your arms fully extended and hands shoulder-width apart. Engage your core and keep your legs straight while hanging.

  2. 2

    Bend your knees and lift your legs towards your chest, aiming to touch your toes to your elbows.

  3. 3

    Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Toes to Elbows safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core tight to avoid swinging and maintain stability during the lift.

  • Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements to engage your muscles effectively.

  • Make sure your grip is secure on the bar to prevent slipping while performing the exercise.

Secondary Muscles

While Toes to Elbows primarily targets Abs, Quads , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Forearm, Shoulders . 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 Toes to Elbows, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Toes to Elbows, 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.

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