Long Arm 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
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Long Arm Sit-up
How to: Long Arm Crunch
- Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and feet together.
- Extend your arms straight back behind your head.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees while keeping your arms extended.
- Hold briefly at the top position, then lower back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift the body instead of engaging the abs.
- Pulling on the head and neck with the hands.
- Not fully extending the arms back during the preparatory position.
Modifications
- Perform the crunch with knees bent to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Use a stability ball for additional support.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid pulling on your neck; keep your hands gently behind your head.
- Control your movement rather than using momentum.
Long Arm Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
beginner
flexibility
stability