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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