Lever Seated Full Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Seated Crunch with Leverage Machine
How to: Lever Seated Full Crunch
- Sit down on the leverage machine with your feet securely positioned.
- Adjust the seat and shoulder pads as needed for comfort.
- Grasp the handles and lean back slightly.
- Engage your abdominal muscles and pull your torso forward, curling your body toward your knees.
- Slowly return to the start position and repeat for the recommended repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck instead of engaging the core.
- Not fully extending back to the starting position.
- Rushing through the exercise.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight setting on the machine for less resistance.
- Perform the crunch slowly to build strength before adding more weight.
Tips
- Focus on your form and avoid using momentum.
- Keep your feet flat on the platform for stability.
- Control your movements throughout the exercise.
Lever Seated Full Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
waist
beginner
leverage