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Crunch Machine

Crunch machines may vary from gym to gym. This example is for an upright, seated crunch machine

Teaching points

  • Sit in the seat with your back against the back rest
  • Fix the feet under the rollers / pads at the bottom
  • Pull the top roller back until it is against your chest
  • Either hang your arms over the top of the roller or cross them in front of it
  • Use your chest (not the arms!) to push the roller towards your knees
  • Slowly return towards the starting position. Stop just before you get there and repeat the exercise

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