Weighted Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.2
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Ab Crunch
How to: Weighted Crunch
- Lie down on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a weight or dumbbell close to your chest with both hands.
- Engage your core and lift your shoulder blades off the ground, curling upwards.
- Pause at the top, then slowly lower back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck instead of engaging the core.
- Not fully extending back to the ground.
- Rushing through the movement can lead to improper form.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights for beginners.
- Use a stability ball for better support and balance.
Tips
- Keep your feet flat on the floor during the exercise.
- Focus on lifting using your abdominal muscles rather than your neck.
- Control the movement; avoid using momentum to help you up.
Weighted Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
weighted exercise
rectus abdominis
intermediate