Weighted Thoracic Crunches on Foam Roller
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Thoracic Crunches on Foam Roller focuses on Abs.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Thoracic Crunches on Foam Roller with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with a foam roller positioned horizontally under your mid-back, just below your shoulder blades.
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Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart, ensuring your hips remain on the floor.
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Hold a weight plate or dumbbell with both hands across your chest, or gently support your head with your hands if not using weight.
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Slowly lean back over the foam roller, allowing your upper back to extend and your head to drop towards the floor.
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Engage your abdominal muscles to crunch upwards, lifting your head and shoulders off the foam roller.
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Focus on bringing your rib cage towards your hips, curling your upper body over the foam roller.
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Slowly lower your upper body back down, extending your spine over the foam roller to return to the starting position.
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