Band kneeling crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Resistance Band Crunch
How to: Band kneeling crunch
- Start by kneeling on the floor with a band secured behind you.
- Hold the ends of the band and pull it to your shoulders.
- Engage your core and slowly crunch forward, bringing your elbows toward your knees.
- Pause at the top and slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift instead of engaging the core.
- Lifting the head and neck instead of the shoulders.
- Not controlling the descent back to the starting position.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without resistance for a lighter option.
- Reduce the range of motion if full crunches are difficult.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Maintain a steady rhythm to avoid straining your back.
- Avoid pulling on your neck; instead, focus on using your abdominal muscles.
Band kneeling crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
crunch
band
beginner