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gif_boxCrunch (on Stability Ball)
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Stability BallCategory
cardio
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
9.8
Force
push
Crunch (on Stability Ball) is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using stability ball, it falls under the cardio category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hip Flexors.
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Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
Lie back on the ball until your lower back is supported and your upper body is parallel to the floor.
Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
Engage your abs and lift your upper body towards your knees, curling your torso forward.
Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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