Benefits of crunches: What are the best types of abdominal exercises?

Crunches are one of the most effective ways to strengthen the abdominal muscles and are properly included in the exercise routine of most athletes.

Beginners may find it difficult to engage in this specific exercise, or even find it boring once it becomes a routine, but crunches are quite beneficial for your body.

Meanwhile, others may be able to do 100 exercises per day and not see any results. This does not mean that you should stop doing abdominal exercises, but it is a clear sign that you may need to introduce other types of abdominal exercises into your routine.

Crunches help you build muscle, and apart from the abdominal area, they also work the muscles of the lower back and oblique limbs. However, to be able to see results, you must perform the exercises correctly.

 

 

If you are eager to try abdominal exercises on your own at home, without the help of a personal trainer, we have some tips to give you.

Three types of crunches you can try at home

Classic Crunch

To perform the classic exercise, simply lie on your back, with your knees bent and your feet pressed to the floor. Then, place your hands behind your head and slowly raise toward your knees before slowly returning to the initial position.

reverse

Lie on your back with your hands on the ground at either side of your body. Next, bend your knees and raise your legs toward the ceiling while bringing your knees toward your chest before returning to the starting position.

bicycle

Begin by lying on your back and placing your hands behind your head. Then bend your knees and slowly raise your right knee toward your chest while trying to touch your knee by raising your left elbow. Return to the starting position and repeat with the left knee and right arm.