Reverse to Crunch
The Reverse to Crunch mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Optional Equipment
Reverse to Crunch Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques
How to do the Reverse to Crunch
Setup
Lie flat on your back on a mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
Place your arms by your sides or lightly hold the back of your head for support, ensuring you don't pull on your neck.
Movement
Engage your core muscles to lift your hips off the floor, bringing your knees toward your chest.
Focus on using your lower abdominal muscles to perform the motion rather than momentum; imagine trying to curl your pelvis toward your ribcage.
At the top of the movement, your lower back should be slightly lifted off the mat.
Slowly lower your hips and feet back down to the starting position with control, maintaining constant tension in your core throughout.
Reverse to Crunch FAQs
What muscles does the Reverse to Crunch work?
The Reverse to Crunch mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Reverse to Crunch?
None. The Reverse to Crunch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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