Movement overview

The opposite side elbow to knee exercise is a core strengthening movement that targets the oblique muscles. It involves bringing the elbow across the body to meet the opposite knee, engaging the abdominal muscles and improving rotational stability.

Step-by-step cues

1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Place your hands lightly behind your head, elbows pointing outwards.
2. Engage your core by pulling your belly button towards your spine.
3. Lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the ground while simultaneously bringing your right elbow towards your left knee, twisting through the torso.
4. Extend your right leg out straight as you bring your elbow to your knee.
5. Return to the starting position with control, then repeat on the opposite side by bringing your left elbow towards your right knee.
6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Technical tips

• Focus on using your core muscles to lift and twist rather than pulling on your neck with your hands.
• Keep movements controlled and deliberate to maximize muscle engagement and reduce risk of injury.
• Exhale as you twist and bring the elbow to the knee, inhale as you return to the starting position.
• Ensure that your lower back remains in contact with the floor throughout the exercise to protect your spine.
• Start with a smaller range of motion if you're a beginner, gradually increasing as you build strength.