Exercise Comparison
Ab Crunch Machine vs Cable Seated Crunch
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Instructions
Ab Crunch Machine
Select a light resistance and sit down on the ab machine placing your feet under the pads provided and grabbing the top handles. Your arms should be bent at a 90 degree angle as you rest the triceps on the pads provided. This will be your starting position.
At the same time, begin to lift the legs up as you crunch your upper torso. Breathe out as you perform this movement. Tip: Be sure to use a slow and controlled motion. Concentrate on using your abs to move the weight while relaxing your legs and feet.
After a second pause, slowly return to the starting position as you breathe in.
Repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.
Cable Seated Crunch
Seat on a flat bench with your back facing a high pulley.
Grasp the cable rope attachment with both hands (with the palms of the hands facing each other) and place your hands securely over both shoulders. Tip: Allow the weight to hyperextend the lower back slightly. This will be your starting position.
With the hips stationary, flex the waist so the elbows travel toward the hips. Breathe out as you perform this step.
As you inhale, go back to the initial position slowly.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Verdict
Both exercises target the abdominals. Ab Crunch Machine is a intermediate exercise using machine, while Cable Seated Crunch is beginner and uses cable. Choose Cable Seated Crunch if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Ab Crunch Machine for a greater challenge.