Bicycle Crunch
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Bicycle Crunch focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Bicycle Crunch with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Place your hands behind head.
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Raise your shoulder blades off the ground and lift your legs off the floor and bend knees are to 90 degrees. Then slowly pedal them in the air, alternating as if riding a bicycle.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Bicycle Crunch safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Don't pull your head forward. Keep a natural head position.
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Don't use momentum. Focus on controlling the movement.
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Squeeze your abs as hard as possible as you move your legs in bicycle motion.
Secondary Muscles
While Bicycle Crunch primarily targets Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Bicycle Crunch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Bicycle Crunch, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
