Weighted crunch
A crunch with a dumbbell held against your chest, adding load so your abs work harder in fewer reps.
IntermediateDumbbellsLow impactSuggested: 12 reps
How to do it
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a light dumbbell against your chest with both hands.
- Curl your head and shoulders up off the floor.
- Lower back down with control.
Form tips
- Keep the weight close to your chest so your arms do not do the work.
- Start light and add weight only when every rep feels smooth.
Muscles worked
AbsObliques