Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | chest press station / push crunch station |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit in machine, place feet against platform and push hips against back pad. Grasp handles and extend arms.Execution
Flex waist to push lever forward. Return, maintain waist tension and repeat.Variations / Comments
Donīt bend hips. Lumbar spine remains pressed against back pad. Keep arms straight throughout motion. Donīt let shoulders drop against back pad when returning.![Lever Push Crunch | Starting Position Lever Push Crunch Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/49/2649.jpg)
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![Lever Push Crunch | Ending Position Lever Push Crunch Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/50/2650.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Rectus Abdominis |
Synergist | Obliques |
Stabilizers | Deltoid, Anterior | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Triceps Brachii | Gluteus Maximus | Quadriceps |
![Lever Push Crunch | Muscles Front Lever Push Crunch Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/25/1125.jpg)
Front
![Lever Push Crunch | Muscles Rear Lever Push Crunch Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/26/1126.jpg)
Rear