Suspended Crunch
A guide to the Suspended Crunch exercise to train the core body using a suspension trainer.
| Main muscle worked | Abdominals |
| Equipment | Suspension Trainer |
| Mechanics type | Compound |
Suspended Crunch Guide
The suspended crunch is one of our favourite core exercises and a superb example of the effectiveness of suspension training. It's an incredibly taxing reverse crunch movement and challenges the entire core body to help control and stabilise the movement.
How to do the Suspended Crunch Exercise
Set-up: Lengthen the suspension trainer straps so that the foot cradles are 8-12" from the floor.
- Kneel with your back to the suspension trainer and place toes into the foot cradles.
- Assume a push-up / plank position, supporting the body with your hands or elbows (easiest).
- Lift the hips and pull the knees toward your chest in a reverse crunch movement.
- Extend the legs back to the starting position. Repeat.
Notes:
- The body should be kept aligned, with the core muscles and glutes engaged, never allowing the hips to sag to the floor.
Suspended Crunch Variations
- Suspended oblique crunch - For variations on the Suspended Crunch you can specifically target the oblique muscles by powerfully twisting the knees to one side of the body at the top of the movement. Ensure that you alternative between left and right to train both sides of the abs.
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Disclaimer
Always consult your GP before undertaking any form of weight loss, fitness or exercise