Crunch – Machine
- Adjust the seat height and foot pad position on the crunch machine to ensure proper alignment.
- Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet secured under the foot pads.
- Place your hands lightly on the sides of your head, avoiding pulling on your neck.
- Engage your core muscles by drawing your belly button in towards your spine.
- Exhale and slowly curl your upper body forward, contracting your abdominal muscles.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, feeling the contraction in your abs.
- Inhale and slowly lower your upper body back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Primary Muscles
- Abdominal
Secondary Muscles
- Oblique
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