Tuck Crunch
How to do the Tuck Crunch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
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Body Only
How to do the Tuck Crunch
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To begin, lie down on the floor or an exercise mat with your back pressed against the floor. Your arms should be lying across your sides with the palms facing down.
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Your legs should be crossed by wrapping one ankle around the other. Slowly elevate your legs up in the air until your thighs are perpendicular to the floor with a slight bend at the knees. Note: Your knees and toes should be parallel to the floor as opposed to the thighs.
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Move your arms from the floor and cross them so they are resting on your chest. This is the starting position.
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While keeping your lower back pressed against the floor, slowly lift your torso. Remember to exhale while perform this part of the exercise.
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Slowly begin to lower your torso back down to the starting position while inhaling.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Tuck Crunch: common questions
What muscles does the Tuck Crunch work?
The Tuck Crunch primarily works the Abs.
Is the Tuck Crunch suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Tuck 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 Tuck Crunch?
None. The Tuck Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.
Is the Tuck Crunch a compound or isolation exercise?
The Tuck 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 Tuck Crunch with correct form?
To begin, lie down on the floor or an exercise mat with your back pressed against the floor. Your arms should be lying across your sides with the palms facing down. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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