Place your hands behind your head, but be careful not to pull on your neck.
Slowly lift your upper body off the floor using your abdominal muscles, not your neck muscles.
As you lift, twist your torso so that your right elbow moves towards your left knee.
Lower yourself back down to the starting position and repeat the movement, this time twisting so that your left elbow moves towards your right knee.
Pro Tip
**Use Your Abdominals, Not Your Neck**: One common mistake beginners make is pulling their neck forward with their hands as they crunch up. This can lead to neck strain. Instead, place your fingers lightly behind your ears or at the side of your head and focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your upper body. **Controlled Movements**: Avoid rushing through the exercise. The twisting crunch should be performed in a slow, controlled manner. A common mistake is to use momentum to twist and lift the body, which can lead to injury and less effective workouts. **Proper Breathing**: Breathe out as you crunch up and twist, and breathe in as you lower yourself back to