Abdominals - Decline Reverse Crunch
Overview
To target the lower region of the abdominal muscles. The muscles designed to be used are Rectus Abdominis. Other muscles used are the Sternamastoid, Erector Spinae and Splenius.Training Steps
- Using a decline bench, position yourself so back is flat on the bench and your head is at the top of the bench. Hold the top of the bench with both hands.
- Hold your legs parallel to the floor. Hold yourself up with your hands.
- Keeping your knees and feet together, slowly raise your legs toward your head.
- Raise your legs until your lower back raises slightly off the bench.
- Slowly lower to the starting position. (Thats your feet parallel to the ground. Not on the floor).
Training Tips
- Don't arch your back inward while you are at the down position.
- Bending your knees during the up movement lowers the resistance. So for maximum effort keep your legs straight.
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