This exercise involves performing a crunch while holding a medicine ball. The ball adds resistance to the movement, making it more challenging and engaging the abdominal muscles more effectively.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Medicine Ball
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets abdominal muscles for a stronger core
- Increases upper body strength through use of medicine ball
- Improves coordination and balance
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
- Can be done at home or in the gym
How to perform
- Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a medicine ball with both hands and extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling.
- Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the ground, bringing the medicine ball towards your knees.
- Pause for a moment and then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
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Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Hip Flexors
Primary