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Crunches
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Crunches effectively work the abdominal muscles, enhancing core strength and stability. By lifting the shoulders off the ground, they isolate the Rectus Abdominis, promoting better posture and balance.
How to do it
- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands behind your head without interlocking fingers.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees.
- Pause at the top, then slowly lower back down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Obliques