Cable Reverse Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Crunch
How to: Cable Reverse Crunch
- Attach a cable to the high pulley and kneel facing the machine.
- Grasp the rope attachment with both hands.
- Tuck your pelvis and contract your abdominal muscles while pulling the cable down and inward.
- Slowly return to the starting position without releasing tension in the abs.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Pulling on the cable too hard, leading to strain on the neck.
- Not controlling the return motion, which can lessen the effectiveness.
Modifications
- Decrease the weight on the cable to make the exercise easier.
- Perform the movement without the cable for beginners.
Tips
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed to maximize muscle engagement.
- Keep your core tight throughout the entire range of motion.
- Adjust the cable weight to ensure proper form without straining.
Cable Reverse Crunch Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
strength
cable
waist
intermediate