Crunch Floor w Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Floor Crunch
How to: Crunch Floor w
- Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands lightly behind your head or crossed over your chest.
- Engage your core by tightening your abdominal muscles.
- Slowly lift your shoulders off the ground, curling your upper body towards your knees.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then lower back down slowly.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck while crunching.
- Not engaging the abdominal muscles sufficiently.
- Lifting the feet off the ground, which can strain the back.
Modifications
- Perform the crunch with your feet on a stability ball for added support.
- Reduce the range of motion if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your back flat on the floor during the movement.
- Engage your core fully before lifting your shoulders.
- Exhale as you crunch up to engage your abs more effectively.
Crunch Floor w Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abdominal
beginner
exercise
crunch