Lying Overhead Pulley Crunch with Knee Tuck
Cable crunch with knee tuck for full core activation
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthCrunch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Abs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Crunch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 12-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Lie on back facing cable
- Step 2: Hold rope attachment overhead
- Step 3: Crunch upper body while tucking knees
- Step 4: Squeeze abs at top
- Step 5: Return controlled
Equipment
- Cable pulley optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Cable crunch with knee tuck for full core activation
Common mistakes
Pulling with arms
Make it harder
Pause at contraction
Make it easier
Standard cable crunch
Breathing
Exhale crunching, inhale returning
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