Equipmentstability ball
Difficultyintermediate
abswaist
Crunch (On Stability Ball, Arms Straight)
The crunch on a stability ball with arms straight is an abdominal exercise that targets the abs while also engaging the hip flexors. The use of a stability ball increases the challenge to balance and core stability.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
- 2.Lie back on the ball until your lower back is supported and your upper body is parallel to the floor.
- 3.Place your hands behind your head or cross them over your chest.
- 4.Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the ball, curling your shoulders towards your hips.
- 5.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hip flexors
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