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Cable reverse crunch

The cable reverse crunch is an effective exercise targeting the abdominal muscles. It involves lying on your back and pulling your knees towards your chest using a cable machine, which adds resistance and increases the intensity of the workout.

How to perform: Cable reverse crunch

At a glance

Area
Waist
Main muscle
Abs
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your lower back pressed against the bench.
  • Control the movement to avoid using momentum.
  • Exhale as you pull your knees towards your chest.

What to watch out for

  • lower back pain
  • hip issues
  • pregnancy

Also known as

Crunch inverso al cavo, abs exercise, core workout

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