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Crunch – Learn to Feel Your Abs

Short, controlled reps without neck pulling. Focus on tension.

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Target muscles

Rectus abdominis

Execution

  • Curl your ribs toward your pelvis.
  • Keep the lower back mostly down.
  • Keep your chin slightly tucked.
  • Keep your neck relaxed.

Common mistakes

  • Pulling on the head or neck.
  • Turning it into a sit-up.
  • Using momentum instead of tension.

Progression

Weighted crunch / cable crunch.

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