Decline Bent Leg Reverse Crunch 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
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Decline Reverse Crunch, Bent Leg Reverse Crunch
How to: Decline Bent Leg Reverse Crunch
- Lie on a decline bench with your lower back supported.
- Bend your knees to a 90-degree angle and place your feet together.
- Engage your core and slowly lift your legs towards your chest, curling your pelvis upward.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Pulling on the neck with your hands.
- Not controlling the descent of the legs.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with bent knees for reduced strain.
- Use a stability ball under your back for added support.
Tips
- Keep your movements slow and controlled.
- Focus on squeezing your core at the top of the movement.
- Avoid using your neck to pull yourself up.
Decline Bent Leg Reverse Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
waist
body weight
intermediate