Vertical Leg Crunches

A quick and easy exercise suitable for beginners; that can be made more difficult for progression if required.

Workout focus:

Bum/Tum

Type of activity:

Strength

Benefits:

Stomach toning and increased core strength

Time needed:

5 minutes

Intensity level:

Low

Instructions:

Lie on the floor and extend your legs straight up with your knees crossed. You can place your hands on the floor for support.

Contract your stomach to lift your shoulder blades off the floor, as though reaching your chest towards your feet. Keep your legs in a fixed position and imagine bringing your belly button towards your spine at the top of the movement.

1-3 sets of 12-16 reps.

How to make it more difficult:

Increase the number of repetitions. 

 

Supplied by:
Matt South
Community Sports Coach
Cornwall Sports Partnership

www.cornwallsportspartnership.co.uk

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