Abs · Machine

Ab Crunch Machine

An isolation movement that trains your abs, done with a machine.

Ab Crunch Machine, starting positionAb Crunch Machine, end position

Muscles you'll work

Ab Crunch Machine muscles worked, front viewAb Crunch Machine muscles worked, back view
AbsPrimary

How to do it

  1. Select 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.
  2. At 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.
  3. After a second pause, slowly return to the starting position as you breathe in.
  4. Repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.

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EquipmentMachine
TypeIsolation
Push or pullPull
LevelIntermediate

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