How to perform Bodyweight Side Crunch with proper form

Starting Position:

1. Lie on your side on an exercise mat.
2. Position your legs with one leg stacked on top of the other.
3. Bend your knees at a 90-degree angle.
4. Place your bottom arm under your head for support and your top hand on your hip or behind your head.

Execution:

1. Engage your core to stabilize your body.
2. Exhale and lift your torso towards your hip, bringing your top elbow towards your knee.
3. Focus on contracting your oblique muscles as you lift.
4. Hold the crunch for a moment at the top of the movement.
5. Inhale and slowly lower back to the starting position.

Tips:

• Keep your movements controlled and avoid jerking motions.
• Maintain a straight line from your head to your hips.
• Ensure your neck stays neutral and avoid straining it during the movement.
• Perform the exercise on both sides for balanced strength development.