Straight-leg Crunch with Ball
Muscle Groups: Core
Straight-leg Crunch with Ball focuses on Core.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Straight-leg Crunch with Ball with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your back with your legs extended straight up towards the ceiling, holding a stability ball between your ankles.
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Extend your arms straight overhead, keeping your lower back pressed into the floor.
- 3
Engage your abdominal muscles and lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the floor, reaching your hands towards the ball.
- 4
Hold the contracted position briefly, feeling the crunch in your abs.
- 5
Slowly and with control, lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
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