Weighted Seated Tuck Crunch on Floor 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
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Tuck Crunch
How to: Weighted Seated Tuck Crunch on Floor
- Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
- Hold a weight at your chest, or cross your arms over your chest.
- Leaning slightly back, engage your core and lift your torso towards your knees.
- Lower back down to the starting position without rounding your back.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- lifting the neck instead of using core muscles
- rushing through the repetitions
- not maintaining a neutral spine
Modifications
- Perform without weights if you are a beginner.
- Modify the range of motion if you feel discomfort.
Tips
- Make sure to engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your movements controlled to avoid straining your back.
- Ensure proper breathing; exhale during the crunch phase.
Weighted Seated Tuck Crunch on Floor Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
rectus abdominis
weight training
strength
intermediate