Side Jackknife
The Side Jackknife is a compound strength exercise using only your body weight. It primarily targets the abdominals. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
compoundEquipment
body onlyCategory
strength
Instructions
- Lie on your side with your legs stacked and extended.
- Place your bottom arm on the floor for stability and top hand behind your head.
- Simultaneously raise your legs and upper body toward each other.
- Contract your obliques at the top of the movement.
- Lower with control and complete all reps before switching sides.