Reverse Crunch

An isolation bodyweight exercise for the rectus abdominis.

  • Core
  • Bodyweight
  • Isolation

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Muscles worked

MainRectus abdominis
AlsoHip flexors

Setup

Lift by rolling the pelvis up, not by kicking the legs.

How to do it well

  • Lie on the back with knees bent
  • Curl the pelvis toward the ribs
  • Lower under control

Common mistakes

  • Swinging the legs for momentum
  • Only lifting the hips with the hip flexors

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.