Cable Reverse Crunch
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Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Reverse crunch with a pulley cable
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Intermediate
- Equipment: Pulley cable machine
- Muscles Targeted: Abs, hips, back, obliques
- Mechanics: Compound
- Average Number of Sets: 3-4 with 8-12 reps each
- Variations: None
- Alternative: None
The cable reverse crunch is similar to the conventional reverse crunch but performed with an ankle strap that is attached to a pulley cable. The cable puts more resistance on the movement, making the exercise more difficult.
Cable Reverse Crunch Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Reverse crunch with a pulley cable
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Intermediate
- Equipment: Pulley cable machine
- Muscles Targeted: Abs, hips, back, obliques
- Mechanics: Compound
- Average Number of Sets: 3-4 with 8-12 reps each
- Variations: None
- Alternative: None
How to do Cable Reverse Crunch
Start the exercise by sitting down on an exercise mat or a flat bench, with your feet positioned toward the cable machine. After attaching the cable to the ankle strap, lie down and lift your legs so that they make a 90-degree angle with your knees. Make sure that the cable is in line with your legs. You can keep them aligned by adjusting the height of the pulley.
Cable Reverse Crunch
Tips
- Make sure to bring the legs back to the starting position in a controlled manner so that you can keep tension on the abs even in the resting position.
- You may keep your hands behind your head during the exercise to specifically target your abdominal muscles.