Cocoons

Cocoons are a bodyweight abdominal exercise that targets the abs, with secondary emphasis on the hip flexors and lower back. The movement involves curling the upper body off the ground to a 45-degree angle, engaging the core throughout.

Cocoons are a bodyweight abdominal exercise that targets the abs, with secondary emphasis on the hip flexors and lower back. The movement involves curling the upper body off the ground to a 45-degree angle, engaging the core throughout.

Cocoons are a bodyweight abdominal exercise that targets the abs, with secondary emphasis on the hip flexors and lower back. The movement involves curling the upper body off the ground to a 45-degree angle, engaging the core throughout.

How to Do the Cocoons

How to Do the Cocoons

How to Do the Cocoons

Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards. Engaging your abs, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, curling forward until your torso is at a 45-degree angle. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Abs

Abs

Secondary Muscles

hip flexors, lower back

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Waist

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