Weighted decline crunch
The weighted decline crunch directly targets the abdominal muscles and allows you to gradually increase the added weight.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Position yourself on a decline bench with your feet secured and keep your lower back against the bench.
- 02
Hold the weight on your chest or keep the weight plate firmly against your upper body, and brace your core.
- 03
Curl your upper body up toward your hips by rounding your spine until you feel a strong contraction in your abs without pulling with your neck.
- 04
Pause briefly at the top and squeeze your abs.
- 05
Lower yourself back to the starting position under control and keep your abs engaged without allowing your back to arch.
How to get started at the gym
§ 03 · SisuLiftWeighted decline crunch is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 04 · TipsKeep your chin slightly tucked and your gaze toward the ceiling to prevent your neck from taking over. Keep the weight against your chest without letting it drift away or swing, and perform the reps at a controlled pace.
The weighted decline crunch directly targets the abdominal muscles and allows you to gradually increase the added weight.
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