Weighted Hip Crossover
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Weighted Hip Crossover focuses on Obliques, with Hips, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Hip Crossover with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding a weight above your chest with both hands.
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Lift your legs to a tabletop position, then rotate your hips to one side while bringing the weight across your body to the opposite side.
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Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side, keeping your core engaged throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Hip Crossover safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your lower back pressed into the ground to avoid strain during the exercise.
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Move slowly and control the weight to prevent jerking motions that could lead to injury.
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Ensure your head and neck are relaxed and not straining to avoid discomfort.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted Hip Crossover, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted 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.
