Crunch (arms straight)

Crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie down on your back with your legs bent at the knees
  • 2Extend your arms straight forward towards your bent knees
  • 3Engage your core, lift your upper body towards your knees
  • 4After holding the position, slowly lower your body back towards the floor
  • 5Repeat the desired amount of repetitions

Tips:

  • Don't use your hands to pull your neck, it might lead to strain
  • Try to concentrate on using your abs muscles during the ‘up’ movement
  • Breathe out on your way up, breathe in on your way down
  • For more difficulty, move your feet further away from your body

Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs