Crossbody Pulley Twisting Crunch on Decline Bench
Adds a twist to the decline cable crunch for increased oblique engagement.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthRotation
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: obliques. Secondary: abs, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Rotation |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~28 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on a decline bench holding a cable handle.
- Crunch up while twisting across the body.
- Squeeze the obliques at the peak.
- Lower with control.
- Complete reps then switch sides.
Equipment
- Cable Pulley
- Decline Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Adds a twist to the decline cable crunch for increased oblique engagement.
Common mistakes
Avoid yanking the cable or rounding the neck.
Make it harder
Increase weight or add a pause at the top.
Make it easier
Reduce the weight or range.
Breathing
Exhale as you crunch and twist, inhale as you lower.
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