Lying Rectus Abdominis Activation Crunch
Description
The lying rectus abdominis activation crunch is a focused crunch that emphasizes the rectus abdominis. The mover lifts only the head and shoulders while focusing on contracting the abs. It builds mind muscle connection and core control.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lying Rectus Activation Crunch Instructions
- Lie on the back with the knees bent and feet flat.
- Place the hands lightly on the lower abs.
- Brace your core and inhale to set the position.
- Exhale and curl the head and shoulders up.
- Focus on contracting the abs hard.
- Hold the contracted position for a beat.
- Lower with control to the start.
- Continue for the working set.
Lying Rectus Activation Crunch Form & Visual
Lying Rectus Activation Crunch Benefits
- Builds mind muscle connection
- Strong ab activation
- Trains the rectus abdominis
- Useful core builder
- No equipment needed
Lying Rectus Activation Crunch Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Core
Lying Rectus Activation Crunch Variations & Alternatives
- Crunch
- Sit Up
- Hollow Hold
- Dead Bug
