Crunch Chop
Muscle Groups: Abs
Crunch Chop focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Crunch Chop with proper form and technique.
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Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Place your hands behind your head or cross them over your chest.
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Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the ground, bringing your right elbow toward your left knee as you extend your right leg straight out.
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Return to the starting position and switch sides, bringing your left elbow toward your right knee while extending your left leg.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Crunch Chop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your feet grounded to support your lower back during the movement.
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Avoid pulling on your neck; use your core to lift your shoulders off the ground.
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Ensure your movements are controlled to prevent sudden jerks that can lead to injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Crunch Chop primarily targets Abs , 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 Crunch Chop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Crunch Chop, 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.
