Crunch (on stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Stability Ball Crunch
How to: Crunch (on stability ball)
- Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground.
- Walk your feet forward until your lower back is supported by the ball.
- Cross your arms over your chest or place them behind your head.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees, exhaling as you rise.
- Lower back down until your upper body is parallel to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core.
- Using momentum to lift instead of controlled movement.
- Pulling on the neck with the hands.
Modifications
- Perform with feet on the ground instead of the stability ball.
- Use a smaller stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your feet flat on the floor.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid pulling on your neck with your hands.
Crunch (on stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
stability ball
fitness
beginner