Crunches get a bad rap, but they're still a solid core exercise. We spoke to a PT about how to do crunches correctly, including 11 other variations to try.

Side crunches are a popular exercise people try to get ride of love handles. But they're not the best option to train your obliques—here's why.

“The side crunch allows you to target the obliques, lateral muscles which tend to be underutilized and weaker.” You may like I’m a personal trainer — these are the 4 oblique exercises I do ...

Continue this motion from side to side, making sure to keep your head, ... The reverse crunch is an easy core exercise that targets those hard to hit lower abs — without straining your neck and ...

Here's what the exercise is, which muscles it works and why crunches are so good for overall health. ... "Laying on your side as you do crunches will also target your oblique muscles," says Hess.

Say adios to those love handles with the side crunch; a proven waist cincher. Orthopedist and fitness trainer Levi Harrison, who created the Art of Fitness Cardio Core Workout, demonstrates proper ...

This 10-minute standing ab workout uses one dumbbell to challenge your entire midsection. ... This workout involves a lot of standing side crunches and woodchop moves, ...

This boxing workout includes bicycle crunches, side planks, Russian twists, and more to build abs. A strong core can improve balance and posture.

I did side-to-side crunches every day for a week — here’s what I learned . In this move, your form is vital. ... but you’ll get some kind of workout. With the crunch, ...