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Crunch (Legs on Stability Ball)

Crunch (Legs on Stability Ball) — movement illustration 1

This exercise uses a Stability Ball as the base during your crunches.

Equipment
Bodyweight, Exercise ball
Muscle groups
Abdominals
Primary muscles
Abdominals

How to perform this exercise

  1. Lie on your back and place your feet up on a stability ball.
  2. Place your hands across your chest, or on either side of your head.
  3. Keeping the small of your back on the floor, raise your head, shoulders and chest up and off the floor.
  4. Pause for a moment contracting your abs and then return to the starting position.

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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