Exercise technique

lever seated crunch v. 2

The lever seated crunch v. 2 is an abdominal exercise performed on a leverage machine. It targets the abs, with secondary emphasis on the obliques and hip flexors. The movement involves crunching forward against resistance, making it a controlled and effective core strengthening exercise.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on the leverage machine with your back against the pad and your feet secured under the footpads.
  2. Place your hands on the handles or the sides of the seat for support.
  3. Engage your abs and slowly crunch forward, bringing your chest towards your knees.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, squeezing your abs.
  5. Slowly return to the starting position, allowing your back to round slightly.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Obliques, Hip flexors.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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