Foam Roller Opposites Crunch

How to Left Opposites Crunch

You Should Feel This: Abs

Body Segment: Left Leg, Right Arm

Equipment: Foam Roller

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Lie on a foam roller with both legs extended straight. Use your left arm for support by pressing the palm of your left hand firmly against the floor. Elevate your right arm above your head. This is the starting position.

2. Lift your right shoulder blade off the ground and simultaneously flex your left hip while bending at the knee. Crunch your torso until you touch your left foot with your right hand.

3. Control your body as you return to the starting position, and repeat for the specified amount of time.

4. You should feel this challenging core stability—working the abdominals, trunk, and hip flexor muscles.

Alternative Exercises:

Opposites Crunch • Ab Bike

How to Right Opposites Crunch

You Should Feel This: Abs

Body Segment: Right Leg, Left Arm

Equipment: Foam Roller

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Lie on a foam roller with both legs extended straight. Use your right arm for support by pressing the palm of your right hand firmly against the floor. Elevate your left arm above your head. This is the starting position.

2. Lift your left shoulder blade off the ground and simultaneously flex your right hip while bending at the knee. Crunch your torso until you touch your right foot with your left hand.

3. Control your body as you return to the starting position, and repeat for the specified amount of time.

4. You should feel this challenging core stability—working the abdominals, trunk, and hip flexor muscles. 

Alternative Exercises:

Opposites Crunch • Ab Bike