Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie supine on mat. Flex hip to raise legs until knees are above hips. Keep legs slightly flexed and reach up with arms.Execution
Flex waist to raise torso and, slightly, hip. Return until shoulder blades reach floor. Repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Mat Crunch Up | Starting Position Mat Crunch Up Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/68/1368.jpg)
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![Mat Crunch Up | Ending Position Mat Crunch Up Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/69/1369.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Rectus Abdominis |
Synergist | Obliques |
Stabilizers | Hüftbeuger |
![Mat Crunch Up | Muscles Front Mat Crunch Up Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/41/741.jpg)
Front
![Mat Crunch Up | Muscles Rear Mat Crunch Up Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/42/742.jpg)
Rear