Reverse Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Tensor Fasciae Latae, Obliques, Quadriceps, Sartorius, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Ab Crunch, Knee Tuck Crunch
How to: Reverse Crunch
- Lie flat on your back with your arms at your sides or under your head.
- Lift your legs so that your knees are bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Engaging your core, lift your hips off the ground and bring your knees towards your chest.
- Pause at the top of the movement before slowly lowering your hips back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it flat.
- Not engaging the core leading to strain in the neck and back.
- Using too much momentum instead of slow, steady movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with your feet on the ground and knees bent for a reduced range of motion.
- Use a stability ball to support the lower back.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movement.
- Breathe out as you lift your legs and return to the start position.
Reverse Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
beginner
stability
bodyweight