Bodyweight Arm Curl Crunch on Situp Bench
Combines a crunch with a curling motion for added upper-body involvement.
Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthFlexion
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs. Secondary: biceps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Flexion |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 12-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~4 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on the sit-up bench with arms extended.
- Crunch up while performing a curling motion with the arms.
- Squeeze the abs at the top.
- Lower with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Sit-up Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combines a crunch with a curling motion for added upper-body involvement.
Common mistakes
Avoid letting the arms do all the work or swinging.
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add a pause.
Make it easier
Reduce the curl range.
Breathing
Exhale as you crunch and curl, inhale as you lower.
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