absband
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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