Weighted Crunch

Description

This exercise involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Hold a weight or medicine ball against your chest and lift your shoulders off the ground, contracting your abs. Lower back down and repeat for several reps.

Muscle Group

Abs, Waist

Equipment Required

Weights

Weighted Crunch Instructions

Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
Hold a weight plate or dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling.
Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the ground, bringing your chest towards your knees.
Hold the contraction for a few seconds before slowly lowering back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of reps.