Crunch Floor m Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Floor Crunch, Supine Crunch
How to: Crunch Floor m
- Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Place your hands lightly behind your head, elbows out to the sides.
- Engaging your core, curl your shoulders off the ground, lifting your torso towards your knees.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck instead of using the core.
- Lifting the feet off the ground excessively.
- Not fully engaging the abdominal muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the crunch on a mat for added comfort.
- You can keep your knees bent to reduce strain.
Tips
- Keep your lower back pressed into the ground throughout the movement.
- Exhale while crunching up and inhale while lowering your back.
- Do not jerk your neck; keep your chin slightly tucked.
Crunch Floor m Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
beginner
waist
bodyweight