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Abdominal Crunches with Hold
The Abdominal Crunches with Hold is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the core assisting. Follow the 6 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Abs
- Also works
- Core
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Waist
Step by step
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands behind your head or across your chest while keeping your elbows wide.
- Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the floor into a crunch position.
- Hold the top position for 2–3 seconds while maintaining constant abdominal tension.
- Slowly lower your shoulders back down with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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