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Frog crunch

The frog crunch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the abs. It involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet together, then performing a crunch while keeping your feet off the ground.

How to perform: Frog crunch

At a glance

Area
Waist
Main muscle
Abs
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your lower back pressed into the floor.
  • Exhale as you crunch up and inhale as you lower down.
  • Avoid pulling on your neck with your hands.

What to watch out for

  • Lower back pain
  • Recent abdominal surgery
  • Pregnancy

Also known as

Crunch rana, frog sit-up, abs exercise, core workout

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