How to Use Cross Crunch
The Cross Crunch is a piece of exercise equipment that allows users to perform abdominal exercises while sitting down---as opposed to lying on the floor, as with traditional ab workouts. The Cross Crunch is ideal for people who have back pain or other back problems, with a forward and diagonal motion that targets the upper and lower abs and obliques. According to the manufacturers, 12 repetitions on the Cross Crunch are equal to 100 reps of traditional crunches.
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Instructions
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Sit down on a sturdy surface with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Place the Cross Crunch against your outer thigh at right angles to your body. This position works the obliques. To work out your upper and lower abs, spread your legs out a little further and place the Cross Crunch between your legs.
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Grip the handles of Cross Crunch with both hands.
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Keeping your back straight, contract your ab muscles and press down on the handles. If the Cross Crunch is placed against your outer thigh, move in a diagonal motion to work your obliques. If it is placed between your legs, move down in a straight line to work your upper and lower abs.
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Do 12 reps in each position for best results. Increase reps as you progress.
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Tips & Warnings
Consult a doctor before trying this or any other exercise program.
