Ab Crunch Machine
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Primary muscles
- abdominals
Equipment
machine
Instructions
- 1Select a light resistance and sit down on the ab machine placing your feet under the pads provided and grabbing the top handles. Your arms should be bent at a 90 degree angle as you rest the triceps on the pads provided. This will be your starting position.
- 2At the same time, begin to lift the legs up as you crunch your upper torso. Breathe out as you perform this movement. Tip: Be sure to use a slow and controlled motion. Concentrate on using your abs to move the weight while relaxing your legs and feet.
- 3After a second pause, slowly return to the starting position as you breathe in.
- 4Repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.
Benefits
Strengthens and tones your core with controlled, machine-guided movement that reduces strain on your neck and back compared to floor crunches. Builds abdominal endurance and definition while allowing easy weight progression for continuous improvement.