Crunch (on bosu ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Bosu ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip Flexors, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Bosu Ball Crunch
How to: Crunch (on bosu ball)
- Begin by sitting on a Bosu ball with your feet flat on the ground.
- Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.
- Engage your core and slowly lean back to a comfortable degree, ensuring your back is supported by the ball.
- Curl your upper body forward, bringing your chest toward your knees while exhaling.
- Inhale as you slowly lower back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck instead of using core muscles.
- Not engaging the core properly, leading to strain on the lower back.
- Using momentum rather than a controlled motion.
Modifications
- Perform the crunch with your feet on the ground rather than on the Bosu ball for added stability.
- Limit the range of motion if experiencing discomfort in the lower back.
Tips
- Ensure that your back remains flat against the Bosu ball throughout the movement.
- Engage your core before lifting your upper body to maintain stability.
- Control your movements to maximize muscle engagement.
Crunch (on bosu ball) Alternatives
Tags
core
abdominal
strength
intermediate
Bosu ball
stability