Alternate heel touchers
Alternate Heel Touchers is a bodyweight exercise targeting the abs. The movement involves lying on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. By alternating side to side, you reach your hands towards your heels, engaging the core muscles.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your lower back pressed to the floor.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid straining your neck by keeping it in a neutral position.
What to watch out for
- Lower back pain
- Recent abdominal surgery
- Pregnancy
Also known as
Tocchi Alternati dei Talloni, Waist Exercise, Abs Exercise, Core Workout