Frog Crunch


Pro Tip

Try not to pull on your head with your hands because it can lead to neck discomfort down the line.


How To

  1. Lie supine on the floor with your hands behind your head, knees pointed outwards, and feet pressed against one another.
  2. Exhale and raise your chest up while simultaneously bringing your thighs up and towards your chest.
  3. Continue until your knees are several inches from your thighs.
  4. Inhale, lowering your legs and torso to return to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Lower Abs

Lower abdomen, from just above your belly button to your pubis. The lower half of the six pack abs.

Upper Abs

Upper abdomen, from just above your belly button to your sternum. The upper half of the six pack abs.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Inner Thigh

Muscles spanning your inner thigh.

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.

Quads

Muscles spanning the front of your thigh.


Equipment

Bodyweight Only

This means that the only thing you need to successfully perform the exercise is your body. No other equipment is needed.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment