Double Crunch
Muscle Groups: Abs
Double Crunch focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Double Crunch with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- 2
Place your hands lightly behind your head, keeping your elbows wide.
- 3
Engage your core and simultaneously lift your shoulders and upper back off the floor while drawing your knees towards your chest.
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Crunch your upper and lower body together, aiming to bring your elbows towards your knees.
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Slowly lower your upper body and extend your legs back to the starting position with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Double Crunch 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.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Double 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.