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How to Do Swiss Ball Reverse Crunches

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By Mark Sandritter
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The Swiss ball reverse crunch is one of the most effective ways to target the challenging lower ab region. It can be difficult, but with proper form and the added full range of motion from the Swiss ball the reverse crunch is a great way to strengthen your core and tone your midsection.

From Quick Guide: Reverse Crunches
Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Swiss Ball
  • Open wall or other stable object
  1. Step 1

    Place your Swiss ball roughly 2 feet away from a wall in an open area.

  2. Step 2

    Lie on the Swiss ball with your back arched around the ball and your head towards the wall.

  3. Step 3

    Firmly place your hands against the wall with your fingers pointing down and your elbows bent at about a 90-degree angle. Keep your head and neck on line with your back

  4. Step 4

    Raise one leg at a time so your knees point straight up and your leg is bent as if you were sitting in a chair.

  5. Step 5

    Inhale, then with your abs contracted raise your hips to the ceiling while keeping your back stable on the ball and your legs bent.

  6. Step 6

    Slowly exhale and lower your hips back to the starting position. Repeat until you reach your desired repetitions.

Tips & Warnings
  • Keep your upper body stable, moving only your hips.
  • Raise and lower your hips vertically, do not pull your knees towards your chest.
  • For best results pause momentarily before bringing your hips back to the starting position.
  • Keep your arms firmly against the wall and avoid rolling backwards off of the ball.
  • To avoid injury make sure the area around you is clear of any objects.

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