Cable side crunch
The cable side crunch is an exercise that targets the abs, specifically the obliques. It involves using a cable machine to add resistance while performing a side crunch motion.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weight.
- Perform the exercise in a slow and controlled manner.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- spinal injuries
- pregnancy
Also known as
Crunch laterale al cavo, cable oblique crunch, waist exercise, abs exercise