Thoracic Crunches on Foam Roller
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Movement pattern
- None
Steps
- 1 Lie on your back with a foam roller positioned under your mid-back.
- 2 Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Interlace your fingers behind your head, keeping your elbows wide.
- 3 Engage your core and lift your head and upper back off the floor, performing a crunch. Roll slightly forward on the foam roller as you bring your chest towards your knees.
- 4 Slowly lower your upper back, extending your spine over the foam roller. Allow your chest to open and your head to gently drop back towards the floor.
