The Criss Cross Abdominal Curl is a strength training exercise that improves abdominal and oblique strength.
INSTRUCTIONS: Lie on your back. Place hands behind your ears. Bring right elbow toward left knee. Switch and bring your left elbow toward right knee. Continue to work on a diagonal pattern. Keep torso steady.
MODIFICATION: Cross arms on your chest as you move side to side.
VARIATION: To add challenge, keep elbows pointed outward and bring the shoulder toward your knee, instead of touching the elbow to knee.
CAUTION: Avoid clasping your hands behind your head in order to avoid pulling or yanking on your neck.
EXERCISE DOs and DONTs – As with all exercise programs, when using exercise videos that appear on this site, you need to use common sense. If your muscles are weak, either do the modifications, or don’t attempt this exercise if it’s too difficult for you. When starting an exercise program, be sure to discuss your plans with your healthcare provider
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