Corkscrew [Alternating]

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Corkscrew [Alternating]

The Alternating Corkscrew combines a leg raise with a hip rotation, targeting the lower abs and obliques through a circular leg movement.

Equipment: None
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Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Lie on your back with your legs extended and your arms at your sides, palms down.

  2. 2

    Press your lower back toward the floor and engage your core.

  3. 3

    Lift both legs to 90 degrees.

  4. 4

    Lower your legs to the right, circle them down and around to the left, then bring them back up to 90 degrees.

  5. 5

    Reverse the direction on the next rep.

  6. 6

    Continue alternating directions for the prescribed reps.

Notes

Keep your lower back pressed down throughout the circular motion — if it lifts, reduce the range of motion. Move slowly and with control.

Muscles worked

Lower AbsObliquesHip Flexors
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Photography by

Kenny Johnson Photography