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Drop Centre Crunch

The Drop Centre Crunch mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Optional Equipment

Yoga Mat
Yoga Mat

Drop Centre Crunch Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Obliques

How to do the Drop Centre Crunch

Setup

  1. Lie flat on your back on a yoga mat.

  2. Extend your legs straight up toward the ceiling.

  3. Open your legs into a wide 'V' (straddle) position.

  4. Place your hands lightly behind your head for support, keeping elbows wide.

Execution

  1. Engage your core and lift your head and upper shoulders off the floor, performing a crunch.

  2. Focus on curling your spine rather than just lifting your neck.

  3. Keep your legs in the wide position throughout the movement.

  4. Lower your upper back back toward the mat with control to return to the starting position.

  5. Maintain a steady tempo and ensure lower back remains pressed against the floor throughout.

Drop Centre Crunch FAQs

What muscles does the Drop Centre Crunch work?

The Drop Centre Crunch mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Drop Centre Crunch?

None. The Drop Centre Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

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