crunch

Half ball crunch

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Instuctions:

1. Position half ball to support the lower back and glutes slightly off the ground.
2. Keeping the lower core engaged and the bent knee relaxed. The pivot point is the core, not pushing on the bent leg
3. Using a fitball or hands extended overhead, exhale as you crunch moving the straight leg closer to the chest.
4. Utilize the full range of motion and emphasis on pivoting on the core

Fitball Crunch

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Instructions:

1. Place the Fitball on the lower back, feet are shoulder width apart and relaxed, the pivot point on the ball is 2-3 fingers below the navel.
2. Hands are crossed over the chest for beginners and behind the head as lower core activtion becomes stronger
3. Keep the neck relaxed, vision stays up
4. Exhale as you crunch and engage lower core