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cable standing crunch
cable standing crunch is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Attach a cable handle to a high pulley and stand facing away from the machine.
Step 2. Hold the handle with both hands and place it behind your head, keeping your elbows bent.
Step 3. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
Step 4. Keeping your abs engaged, exhale and crunch your torso down towards your knees, bringing your elbows towards your thighs.
Step 5. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, 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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