How to Do
How to Do Crunches on the Knees Tuck Crunch
Sit down with legs straight and arms and elbows touching the floor. Crunch by bringing knees into the chest.
Beginning
Beginning Crunches on the Knees
1. Lay down on the floor in a relaxed position with your knees up and palms lightly on either side of your head.
2. Raise your legs perpendicular to the floor and then bend at the knees so the calves are parallel to the floor.
Movement
Crunches on the Knees Movement
1. On your back, lie down. Place your feet hip-width apart on the floor. Place your arms over your chest while bending your knees. Inhale while contracting your abs.
2. Exhale and lift your upper body while maintaining a relaxed head and neck.
3. Return to the starting position by inhaling.
Benefits
Crunches on the Knees Benefits
Strengthens the rectus abdominis muscle. When you do a regular crunch, you contract your abs as you lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the ground.
Exercise Aliases
Elbow to Knee, Elbow to Knee Crunch, Abdominal Exercise.
