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Abs·Beginner
Exercise guide
Bodyweight Floor Crunch
The Bodyweight Floor Crunch is a core exercise that targets the abdominal muscles through spinal flexion. It is a simple and effective movement for building abdominal strength and endurance.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
Yes
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Bodyweight Floor Crunch
- 01
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- 02
Place your hands lightly behind your head or across your chest.
- 03
Brace your core and press your lower back into the floor.
- 04
Lift your shoulders off the floor by contracting your abs.
- 05
Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
- 06
Lower your shoulders back down with control.
- 07
Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Avoid pulling on your neck.
- Keep your movements small and controlled.
- Focus on squeezing your abs at the top.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Bodyweight Floor Crunch work?
The Bodyweight Floor Crunch primarily targets the Abs.
Is the Bodyweight Floor Crunch a compound or isolation exercise?
The Bodyweight Floor Crunch is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.
What equipment do I need for the Bodyweight Floor Crunch?
The Bodyweight Floor Crunch is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.
What difficulty level is the Bodyweight Floor Crunch?
The Bodyweight Floor Crunch is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
