Cocoons demonstration
Equipmentbody weight
Difficultybeginner
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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.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

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

Secondary Muscles

hip flexorslower back

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