Crunch
Strengthen your core with the Crunch - CONFLICT 2! Engage your abs and build a stronger midsection, one rep at a time.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Lie on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Place your hands lightly behind your head without interlocking your fingers.
Tighten your abdominal muscles gently by drawing in your belly button to your spine.
Keeping your back flat on the floor, slowly lift your shoulder blades no more than 3 inches off the floor and then lower back down. Ensure your neck remains straight and your chin up to avoid straining.
Exhale as you rise up, and inhale as you return to the starting position.
Be cautious to avoid pulling your head with your hands, which can strain the neck. Movement should be driven primarily by the abdominal muscles.
Perform the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Remember to perform the exercise in a controlled manner to maximize engagement of the abdominal muscles and minimize the risk of injury.
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