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band standing crunch

band standing crunch is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at waist height.

Step 2

Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Step 3

Hold the band with both hands and bring it up to your chest, keeping your elbows bent and close to your body.

Step 4

Engage your abs and slowly crunch forward, bringing your chest towards your knees.

Step 5

Pause for a moment at the top of the crunch, then slowly return to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

abs

Secondary muscles

obliques

Primary body parts

core

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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