Weighted Twisting Crunch (on bench)
Expert Advice
Keep your neck neutral and avoid pulling on it with your hands to prevent strain.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on a bench with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a weight plate or dumbbell across your chest or with arms extended.
- Crunch up and twist your torso, bringing your right elbow towards your left knee.
- Lower back down and then crunch up, twisting to bring your left elbow towards your right knee.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, alternating sides.
Details
Primary


Quads40%

Abs40%
Secondary

Glutes20%
Equipment
Weighted

Exercise Type
Strength