Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Hips, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up with proper form and technique.
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Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight in each hand at shoulder height, elbows bent.
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Engage your core, pivot on your feet, and punch forward with your right arm while rotating your torso to the right.
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Return to the center and roll down by bending at your hips, lowering the weights towards the ground, then roll back up to standing.
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Repeat the punch with your left arm, continuing to roll down and up with each repetition.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees slightly bent to avoid locking them during the movement.
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Maintain a tight core to protect your back and enhance stability.
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Avoid swinging your weights; use controlled movements to prevent strain.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up primarily targets Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, 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 Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Cross Punch Roll-up, 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.
