Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch
Expert Advice
Keep your core tight and move through a full range of motion for maximum oblique engagement.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your side to the cable machine and grab the handle with both hands.
- Keep your arms straight and crunch your torso down to the side, engaging your obliques.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch primarily targets the Abs, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Abs100%
Equipment
Cable

Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch work?
Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch primarily targets the Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch suitable for beginners?
Cable Standing Serratus (Obliques) crunch is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.