Core · Bodyweight
Windshield Wiper
Legs up, sweep them side to side like a wiper.
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How to do it
- Lie on your back with arms out wide and legs raised toward the ceiling.
- Brace your core and press your shoulders down.
- Lower your legs to one side under control, stopping before they touch.
- Sweep them back through center to the other side.
The one cue that matters
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Keep both shoulders pinned to the floor and move your legs slowly.
Muscles worked
The Windshield Wiper isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.
FAQ
What muscles does the Windshield Wiper work?
The Windshield Wiper primarily works the Core.
What if I can't do many reps yet?
Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.
How many sets and reps of Windshield Wiper?
For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.
Track it in SUUPRLog sets, get smart progression hints, and train live with your crew.
