Intermediate
Swiss Ball Crunch
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Swiss Ball Crunch target the entire core. This exercise primarily works the rectus abdominis and the transverse abdominis. But when performed properly, it also calls on muscles that stabilize the hips and lower back.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie back on a Swiss ball with knees bent at a 90-degree angle and feet on the floor about shoulder-width apart. Interlace your fingers behind your head. The ball should be under your hips and lower back. This is your starting position. -
Step 2
Crunch your torso toward your knees and raise your chest upward. Stop when the middle of your back loses contact with the ball. Pause, then return to starting position.
Muscle Groups
Swiss Ball Crunch targets Abs, Back, Hips, Obliques as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Avoid neck tension by touching your head too lightly.
- Don't feel too low on the ball. The abdomen should be stretched in the lower position and fully retracted in the upper position.
- Start each rep with a stretched abs.
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