Cable Kneeling Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
How to: Cable Kneeling Crunch
- Kneel in front of a cable machine with the cable attached to a high pulley.
- Grip the handle with both hands and pull it down toward your waist.
- Engaging your core, pull your torso down towards your knees.
- Pause at the bottom for a moment, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with the hands.
- Lifting too quickly without control.
- Not fully engaging the core.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight on the cable.
- Perform the crunch without the cable for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Control the movement to avoid using momentum.
- Ensure the cable is at the correct height for your comfort.
Cable Kneeling Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abdominals
strength
cable
waist
exercise