decline crunch
decline crunch is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
Step 2
Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
Step 3
Engage your abs and lift your upper body towards your knees, curling your torso.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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