Weighted Skater Crunch Cross
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Quads, Glutes
Weighted Skater Crunch Cross focuses on Obliques, Quads, Glutes, with Calves, Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Skater Crunch Cross with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight in one hand.
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Bend your knees slightly and shift your weight to one leg, while bringing the opposite knee up towards your chest as you twist your torso and reach the weight across your body.
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Return to standing by lowering your leg and weight, then repeat on the other side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Skater Crunch Cross safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to protect your lower back.
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Avoid leaning too far forward; maintain an upright posture during the movement.
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Ensure that your movement is controlled to prevent any sudden shifts that could cause injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Skater Crunch Cross primarily targets Obliques, Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Calves, Hamstrings . 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 Skater Crunch Cross, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Skater Crunch Cross, 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.
