Target Muscle

    Abs

    Equipment

    Body Weight

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Strength

    CoreBody Weight

    Negative Crunch

    The negative crunch is an abdominal exercise focusing on the eccentric (lowering) phase of the crunch to increase core strength and control.

    Also Works

    Hip Flexors

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

    2. 2

      Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.

    3. 3

      Engaging your abs, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, curling forward until your torso is at a 45 degree angle.

    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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