Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench

Description

The weighted floor crunch feet on bench is a loaded core exercise that crunches the upper abs with feet on a bench. Holding a weight on the chest increases the demand on the abs while protecting the lower back.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench Instructions

  1. Lie on your back on the floor with legs resting on a bench.
  2. Knees should be bent at 90 degrees with calves parallel to the floor.
  3. Hold a weight plate or dumbbell against the chest with both hands.
  4. Brace the core and exhale as you crunch up.
  5. Lift the shoulder blades off the floor while keeping the lower back down.
  6. Squeeze the abs hard at the top of the crunch.
  7. Lower the shoulders back to the floor with control.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench Form & Visual

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench Benefits

  • Hammers the upper abs with added load.
  • Bench position protects the lower back.
  • Easy to scale by changing the weight.
  • Builds visible ab strength and definition.
  • Strict tempo improves core control.
  • Carryover to compound lifts requiring strong abs.

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench Muscles Worked

  • Rectus abdominis
  • Obliques
  • Hip flexors

Weighted Floor Crunch Feet on Bench Variations & Alternatives

  • Floor Crunch
  • Decline Sit Up
  • Cable Crunch
  • Stability Ball Crunch