Crunch (straight leg up) (female)

Crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your back with your legs straight up in the air, creating a 90-degree angle with your torso
  • 2Place your hands behind your head
  • 3Engage your core muscles and lift your upper body off the floor towards your knees
  • 4Hold for a brief moment then slowly lower your upper body back down
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Focus on lifting from your chest rather than your head to avoid neck strain
  • Don't rush the movement; slower, controlled motions are more effective
  • Keep your legs still, only move your upper body
  • Exhale on the way up, inhale on the way down

Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs