Crab Twist Toe Touch
Expert Advice
Keep your hips lifted throughout the movement to fully engage your glutes and core.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit on the ground with your feet flat, knees bent, and hands behind you with fingers pointing away from your body.
- Lift your hips off the ground into a reverse tabletop position.
- Reach your right hand up and across your body to touch your left toe, twisting your torso as you move.
- Return to the starting position and repeat with the left hand and right toe.
- Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Crab Twist Toe Touch primarily targets the Glutes, Hamstrings, Abs, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes20%
Hamstrings20%
Abs20%
Quads20%
Secondary
Shoulders5%
Triceps5%
Chest10%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 12-15
Intermediate3 x 10-12
Advanced4 x 8-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Crab Twist Toe Touch work?
Crab Twist Toe Touch primarily targets the Glutes, Hamstrings, Abs, Quads. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps, Chest. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Crab Twist Toe Touch?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 12-15. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 10-12. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 8-10. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Crab Twist Toe Touch suitable for beginners?
Yes, Crab Twist Toe Touch is rated as a beginner-friendly exercise, making it an excellent starting point. Focus on mastering proper form before increasing intensity or load.
