Weighted X Abs
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Weighted X Abs focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Hips, Quads working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted X Abs with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your arms and legs extended wide, forming an 'X' shape on the floor.
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Hold a dumbbell in your right hand, keeping your left arm and right leg extended on the floor.
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Simultaneously lift your right arm and left leg towards the ceiling, crunching your upper body and lifting your right shoulder blade off the floor.
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Aim to touch the dumbbell to your left foot or shin as you lift your left hip off the floor.
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Slowly lower your right arm and left leg back to the starting 'X' position.
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Complete all repetitions on this side before switching the dumbbell to your left hand and repeating the movement with your left arm and right leg.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted X Abs primarily targets Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Quads . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted X Abs, 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.
