Cable Reverse 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
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Cable Crunch
How to: Cable Reverse Crunch
- Attach the cable handle to a high pulley.
- Kneel facing the machine, grabbing the handle with both hands.
- Engage your abdominals and pull the handle down toward your knees while curling your torso.
- Return to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Pulling on the neck which can lead to strain.
- Not fully engaging the muscles during the exercise.
Modifications
- Perform with a lighter weight until you build strength.
- Use a stability ball for extra support while performing the crunch.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maximize effectiveness.
- Maintain control during the movement, avoiding jerking motions.
- Focus on drawing your knees toward your chest, rather than simply pulling with your arms.
Cable Reverse Crunch Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
cable
strength
waist
intermediate