Suspension training with hanging toe touches is a challenging and effective workout that targets several key areas of the body, including your abs, lats, hip flexors, and more. In this exercise, Fitz demonstrates a modified and advanced version of hanging toe touches using suspension straps. This move is not only a great way to improve core strength but also helps to increase stability and mobility.
To perform the hanging toe touch, begin by adjusting the suspension straps so they hang at an appropriate height, generally just above your feet when standing. Grasp the handles and lean back slightly, keeping your body in a straight line with your feet elevated and your core engaged. The key is to maintain proper alignment throughout the movement to avoid straining your back or shoulders.
From this starting position, slowly bring your legs up and touch your toes with your hands. Make sure to engage your abdominal muscles as you raise your legs, ensuring that the movement is controlled and focused on your core. Your hip flexors and lats will also work during this exercise to stabilize your body and help lift your legs.
As you progress to the advanced version, try to perform the exercise with more speed and precision, while maintaining control. You can also increase the intensity by adding more reps or incorporating variations like rotating your hips or adding a slight twist to target your obliques.
Suspension training offers a unique advantage by requiring you to engage multiple muscle groups at once, especially in exercises like hanging toe touches. The instability of the suspension straps forces your core to work harder, enhancing balance and coordination. This full-body movement can be used as a dynamic addition to your workout routine to build functional strength, improve posture, and prevent injury.
Try incorporating hanging toe touches into your training routine every week for improved core strength and stability, and feel free to modify the exercise as needed to match your fitness level.
