Cable Reverse Crunch
How to do the Cable Reverse Crunch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
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Cable
How to do the Cable Reverse Crunch
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Connect an ankle strap attachment to a low pulley cable and position a mat on the floor in front of it.
- 2
Sit down with your feet toward the pulley and attach the cable to your ankles.
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Lie down, elevate your legs and bend your knees at a 90-degree angle. Your legs and the cable should be aligned. If not, adjust the pulley up or down until they are.
- 4
With your hands behind your head, bring your knees inward to your torso and elevate your hips off the floor.
- 5
Pause for a moment and in a slow and controlled manner drop your hips and bring your legs back to the starting 90-degree angle. You should still have tension on your abs in the resting position.
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Repeat the same movement to failure.
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Cable Reverse Crunch: common questions
What muscles does the Cable Reverse Crunch work?
The Cable Reverse Crunch primarily works the Abs.
Is the Cable Reverse Crunch suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Cable Reverse Crunch is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Reverse Crunch?
To do the Cable Reverse Crunch you'll need a cable machine.
Is the Cable Reverse Crunch a compound or isolation exercise?
The Cable Reverse Crunch is an isolation exercise, it targets the abs through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Cable Reverse Crunch with correct form?
Connect an ankle strap attachment to a low pulley cable and position a mat on the floor in front of it. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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