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Sitting Opposite Tap

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About this exercise

The Sitting Opposite Tap is a seated core exercise where you cross your body to tap the opposite knee or ankle, engaging the abdominals and obliques through rotational movement. It improves core stability and coordination while remaining accessible for all fitness levels.

How to Perform

  • Sit on the floor with knees bent and feet flat, leaning back slightly to engage your core
  • Extend both arms in front of you at chest height
  • Rotate your torso to the right and tap your left hand to the outside of your right knee
  • Return to center, then rotate to the left and tap your right hand to the outside of your left knee
  • Keep your lower back from rounding throughout the movement
  • Perform each tap in a controlled manner, feeling the contraction in your obliques

Muscle Activation

Primary
Abs
Secondary
CoreObliques

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About the Sitting Opposite Tap

The Sitting Opposite Tap is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.