Dumbbell Straight Arm Crunch

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Instructions:

  • 1Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor
  • 2Hold a dumbbell in both hands above your chest with arms straight
  • 3Crunch your abs and lift your upper body towards the ceiling, keeping your arms straight
  • 4Control the descent back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your lower back pressed against the floor throughout the exercise
  • Avoid pulling your neck during the crunch
  • Try to keep your arms straight during the lift
  • Engage your abs during the entire exercise

Dumbbell Straight Arm Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs