Crunch on a Bench (male)

Crunch on a Bench demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Rest your feet on the bench, knees bent, while laying on the floor
  • 2Put your hands on either side of your head
  • 3Lift your upper body slightly off the floor by contracting your abs
  • 4Hold this position for a moment before lowering back down

Tips:

  • Don't use your arms to lift your body to prevent neck strain
  • Focus on engaging your obliques as you perform the crunch
  • Avoid pulling your neck
  • Breathe out on your way up and breathe in on your way down

Crunch on a Bench Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs