Dumbbell Straight Arm Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Straight Arm Dumbbell Crunch
How to: Dumbbell Straight Arm Crunch
- Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a dumbbell with both hands above your head.
- Engaging your core, lift your head and shoulders off the ground while extending your arms forward.
- Lower back down to the starting position while keeping the tension in your abs.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on your neck with your hands.
- Not engaging the core sufficiently.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
Modifications
- Perform without weights for a reduced intensity.
- Keep your feet flat on the ground for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the floor as you lift.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid using your arms to pull; let your abs do the work.
Dumbbell Straight Arm Crunch Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
strength
dumbbell
waist
intermediate