Long-arm crunch
A crunch with your arms stretched overhead, which makes your abs lift a longer lever on every rep.
IntermediateMatLow impactSuggested: 12 reps
How to do it
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Stretch your arms overhead with your biceps beside your ears.
- Curl your head, arms and shoulders up off the floor together.
- Lower back down slowly.
Form tips
- Keep your arms in line with your ears rather than swinging them forward.
- Bend your elbows and hold your head to make it easier.
Muscles worked
AbsShoulders