Weighted Crossed-arms Crunch
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Crossed-arms Crunch focuses on Abs.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Crossed-arms 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.
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Hold a weight plate or dumbbell across your chest with your arms crossed over it.
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Engage your abdominal muscles and lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the floor, bringing your rib cage towards your hips.
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Pause briefly at the top of the movement, squeezing your abs.
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Slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position, maintaining control.
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