Exercise Comparison
Ab Crunch Machine vs Suspended Reverse 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.
Suspended Reverse Crunch
Secure a set of suspension straps with the handles hanging about a foot off of the ground. Move yourself into a pushup plank position facing away from the rack.
Place your feet into the handles. You should maintain a straight posture, not allowing the hips to sag. This will be your starting position.
Begin the movement by flexing the knees and hips, drawing the knees to your torso. As you do so, anteriorly tilt your pelvis, allowing your spine to flex.
At the top of the controlled motion, return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the abdominals. Ab Crunch Machine is a intermediate exercise using machine, while Suspended Reverse Crunch is beginner and uses other. Choose Suspended Reverse Crunch if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Ab Crunch Machine for a greater challenge.