Cable Crunch
CoreCablesIntermediate
The cable crunch works the abs with constant, progressive resistance from the cable machine.
Sets
3-4
Reps
12-15
Rest
60s
Instructions
- 1
Attach a rope to the high pulley. Kneel facing the pulley and hold the rope behind your head.
- 2
Keep your hips stationary and engage your abs.
- 3
Curl your torso downward bringing your elbows toward your knees, rounding your upper back.
- 4
Return in a controlled manner to the starting position without releasing tension in the abs.
Tips
The movement comes from trunk flexion, not hip flexion.
Exhale as you crunch down and inhale as you come back up.
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