Cable Standing Crunch (with rope attachment) 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
- Alternate Names
- Rope Cable Crunch
How to: Cable Standing Crunch (with rope attachment)
- Attach a rope to the cable machine and adjust the weight appropriately.
- Stand facing the machine, grasp the rope handles and pull them down to your shoulders.
- Engage your core, and slowly curl your torso forward while keeping your spine straight.
- Hold for a moment at the bottom of the crunch, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with your hands instead of engaging the core.
- Flaring the elbows instead of keeping them close to the body.
- Using too much weight, resulting in improper form.
Modifications
- Perform seated variations for better back support.
- Reduce weight or resistance to make the exercise more manageable.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the motion to maximize effectiveness.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlling the movement.
- Ensure the cable is set at the correct height for optimal resistance.
Cable Standing Crunch (with rope attachment) Alternatives
Tags
cable
core
abs
strength
waist
flexion