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Cocoons

Primary
Abdominals
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner

Cocoons demonstration

Cocoons, starting position
Cocoons, starting position
Cocoons, finishing position
Cocoons, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Begin by lying on your back on the ground. Your legs should be straight and your arms extended behind your head. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2To perform the movement, tuck the knees toward your chest, rotating your pelvis to lift your glutes from the floor. As you do so, flex the spine, bringing your arms back over your head to perform a simultaneous crunch motion.
  3. 3After a brief pause, return to the starting position.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Abdominals

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Cocoons work?

Cocoons primarily targets the Abdominals.

What equipment do I need for Cocoons?

Cocoons requires Bodyweight.

Is Cocoons suitable for beginners?

Yes, Cocoons is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Cocoons

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.