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Abs · Intermediate

Exercise Ball Twisting Crunch

Stability-ball crunch with alternating trunk rotation toward the opposite knee.

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Exercise Ball Twisting Crunch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliques

Equipment

Stability Ball

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit on the exercise ball and walk forward until your lower back is supported, with both feet planted firmly.
  2. 02Place your hands lightly by the head or across the chest and keep your neck relaxed.
  3. 03Curl upward and rotate so one shoulder moves toward the opposite knee while the hips remain stable.
  4. 04Pause briefly without pulling the head, then lower your back over the ball under control.
  5. 05Alternate the rotation each repetition or complete the assigned side before switching.

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