Reverse Crunch
Reverse
A controlled abdominal exercise using a small curl of the pelvis towards the rib cage.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Abdominals · Core
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Lie on your back with the knees bent.
Exhale gently as you curl the pelvis a small amount off the floor.
Keep the movement slow rather than swinging the legs.
Lower the pelvis with control.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Using a leg swing to create momentum.
Lifting higher than you can control.
Tensing the neck or holding the breath.
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