Crunch
Also called curl-up, abdominal crunch
- Works
- Front of the trunk · rectus abdominis
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat. Cross your arms on your chest or touch your fingers lightly to the sides of your head.
Steps
- Curl your head and shoulders up off the floor.
- Stop when your shoulder blades lift.
- Lower slowly.
Breathing
Breathe out as you curl up. Breathe in as you lower.
Where you feel it
In the front of your stomach.
Common mistakes
- Pulling on the head with the hands.
- Swinging up with the arms.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Stop if your neck aches; rest your head on one hand.