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Ab Crunch Machine
Lever Seated Crunch (Chest Pad)
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Equipment
The Lever Seated Crunch with a chest pad focuses on strengthening the core by allowing a targeted contraction of the abdominal muscles. This exercise helps in developing core strength and definition, which can improve overall stability and balance.
How to do it
- Sit on the machine with your feet secured and back against the backrest.
- Adjust the chest pad so it sits comfortably against your chest.
- Engage your core and push forward against the chest pad, curling your torso.
- Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly release back to the starting position.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Obliques