Dumbbell Crunch to Shoulder Press
Combines a crunch with a shoulder press for efficient core and upper-body strength.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthCompound
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs & shoulders. Secondary: triceps, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Compound |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~28 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on your back holding dumbbells at the shoulders.
- Crunch upward while pressing the dumbbells overhead.
- Squeeze the abs and shoulders at the top.
- Lower with control.
- Complete 4 sets of 10-12 reps.
Equipment
- Dumbbells
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combines a crunch with a shoulder press for efficient core and upper-body strength.
Common mistakes
Avoid using momentum or losing control of the dumbbells.
Make it harder
Increase dumbbell weight or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Perform the movements separately.
Breathing
Exhale as you crunch and press, inhale as you lower.
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