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Cable Seated Crunch

How to do the Cable Seated Crunch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

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Primary muscles

Abs

Secondary

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Equipment

Cable

Step by step

How to do the Cable Seated Crunch

  1. 1

    Seat on a flat bench with your back facing a high pulley.

  2. 2

    Grasp the cable rope attachment with both hands (with the palms of the hands facing each other) and place your hands securely over both shoulders. Tip: Allow the weight to hyperextend the lower back slightly. This will be your starting position.

  3. 3

    With the hips stationary, flex the waist so the elbows travel toward the hips. Breathe out as you perform this step.

  4. 4

    As you inhale, go back to the initial position slowly.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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FAQ

Cable Seated Crunch: common questions

What muscles does the Cable Seated Crunch work?

The Cable Seated Crunch primarily works the Abs.

Is the Cable Seated Crunch suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Cable Seated 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 Seated Crunch?

To do the Cable Seated Crunch you'll need a cable machine.

Is the Cable Seated Crunch a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Seated 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 Seated Crunch with correct form?

Seat on a flat bench with your back facing a high pulley. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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