Target Muscle

    Abs

    Equipment

    Body Weight

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Decline Crunch

    The decline crunch is an abdominal exercise performed on a decline bench, targeting the abs and engaging the hip flexors as secondary muscles. It involves curling the torso upward while lying on a downward-sloping surface.

    Also Works

    Hip Flexors

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your knees bent at a 90 degree angle.

    2. 2

      Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.

    3. 3

      Engage your abs and lift your upper body towards your knees, curling your torso.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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