Kneeling Abdominal Crunch Machine
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Abs · Upper and Core
- Low load
- Hip flexors
Not shown on the map: Hip flexors
Secondary muscles
How to do it
Kneel on the machine's pads and position the upper-body support as directed by the machine. Brace and curl your ribs toward your pelvis without driving your hips backward. Return slowly to the starting position.
Form cues
- Curl your ribs toward your pelvis.
- Keep your hips over your knees.
- Return without arching your back.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
NeckShoulderLower backHipKnee
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.