Kneeling Band Crunch


Pro Tip

If you feel discomfort, you can place a mat or towel underneath you. The band can be wrapped around any stable object if a power rack or pole is not available.


How To

  1. Wrap a band around a power rack or pole 1-2 feet above head level.
  2. Position yourself on your knees in front of it while gripping either end of the band with an underhand grip at shoulder-level.
  3. Exhale and curl your body forward while keeping your knees firmly in place on the ground and your hands at shoulder-level. Do not allow your arms to help you with the movement.
  4. Continue curling your body forward until you are no longer able to do so without the help of your arms or your knees leaving the ground.
  5. Inhale and allow your torso to straighten, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

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 Forearm

A group of muscles on the inside of your lower arm.

Lats

Largest muscle of your back, spanning from the lower to middle regions creating a v shape.

Lower Abs

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

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.


Equipment

Handle Band

These bands are usually the easiest to grip. If none are available, you can use a loop band instead.


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