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Ab Bench Crunch

Bench-supported ab crunch emphasizing short, controlled trunk flexion.

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Ab Bench Crunch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Abs

Equipment

Ab Bench

Sets × reps

3 × 20

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie back on the ab bench with your feet secured beneath its pads and your lower back supported.
  2. 02Cross your arms over your chest and keep your chin gently tucked.
  3. 03Exhale and curl your ribs toward your pelvis until your shoulder blades leave the bench.
  4. 04Pause briefly without pulling your neck or lifting through your hips.
  5. 05Lower your upper back slowly to the bench and repeat.

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