Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie supine on mat and place lower legs on flat bench. Flex ankles. Lift torso slightly, keep shoulder blades on mat.Execution
Flex abs to raise upper body. Keep lumbar spine on mat. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
Place hands on chest. Alternatively put one hand behind head to support neck.![Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench | Starting Position Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/36/2936.jpg)
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![Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench | Ending Position Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/37/2937.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Rectus Abdominis |
Synergist | Obliques |
Stabilizers | - |
![Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench | Muscles Front Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/21/1221.jpg)
Front
![Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench | Muscles Rear Mat Crunch, Legs on Bench Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/22/1222.jpg)
Rear
![High End Visualizations](../../template/images/banner/sa_bodytrainer_tv_banner.png)