Weighted Straight Leg Toe Touch Crunch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.8
- Alternate Names
- Straight Leg Crunch
How to: Weighted Straight Leg Toe Touch Crunch
- Lie flat on your back with your legs straight and feet together.
- Hold a weight with both hands above your chest.
- Lift your upper body and reach your hands towards your toes.
- Lower back down slowly to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with your hands.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Not keeping the legs straight throughout the exercise.
Modifications
- Bend your knees to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise with a lighter weight or no weight at all.
Tips
- Focus on keeping your legs straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core before starting the crunch to prevent back strain.
- Control the movement both up and down for maximum effectiveness.
Weighted Straight Leg Toe Touch Crunch Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
intermediate
weighted
crunch