Weighted Overhead Crunch (on stability ball)

Weighted Overhead Crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the stability ball holding a weight at your chest
  • 2Walk feet forward, allowing the ball to roll under your back
  • 3With hips stable, perform a crunch motion, lifting your chest towards the ceiling
  • 4Pause at the top of the movement
  • 5Slowly lower your body back to the starting position

Tips:

  • Make sure your spine is aligned with your hips
  • Engage your abdominal muscles throughout the exercise
  • Avoid using your neck or shoulders to lift your body
  • Breathe out as you crunch up and breathe in as you lower back down

Weighted Overhead Crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs