Reverse Crunch
How to do the 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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How to do the Reverse Crunch
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Lie down on the floor with your legs fully extended and arms to the side of your torso with the palms on the floor. Your arms should be stationary for the entire exercise.
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Move your legs up so that your thighs are perpendicular to the floor and feet are together and parallel to the floor. This is the starting position.
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While inhaling, move your legs towards the torso as you roll your pelvis backwards and you raise your hips off the floor. At the end of this movement your knees will be touching your chest.
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Hold the contraction for a second and move your legs back to the starting position while exhaling.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Reverse Crunch: common questions
What muscles does the Reverse Crunch work?
The Reverse Crunch primarily works the Abs.
Is the Reverse Crunch suitable for beginners?
Yes. The 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 Reverse Crunch?
None. The Reverse Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.
Is the Reverse Crunch a compound or isolation exercise?
The 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 Reverse Crunch with correct form?
Lie down on the floor with your legs fully extended and arms to the side of your torso with the palms on the floor. Your arms should be stationary for the entire exercise. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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