Cable Seated Crunch


Pro Tip

You can optionally sit in the middle of the bench instead of the end if it is more comfortable for you.


How To

  1. Sit on a bench holding a rope overhead with both hands.
  2. Exhale and bend your torso forward.
  3. Continue until your elbows pass your thighs.
  4. Inhale and raise your torso up, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Upper Abs

Upper abdomen, from just above your belly button to your sternum. The upper half of the six pack abs.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Lower Abs

Lower abdomen, from just above your belly button to your pubis. The lower half of the six pack abs.

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.


Equipment

Flat Bench Without Rack

If you can't find this bench, consider using a flat bench with rack instead. If your exercise requires you to use a barbell or bar, you cannot substitute. If you do not need to use either, you probably can substitute.

Rope Attachment

Try to grip the attachment so that you are holding a similar length of rope in each hand.

Single Pulley Tower

If unavailable, you can go to a machine with two towers instead. If you do this, just use one of the two towers.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment