How to do the crunch hold stretch

Instructions for crunch hold:

Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor about hip-width apart.
Contract your abs to lift your head and upper body up off the floor toward your legs while reaching forward with your arms.
Keep your arms straight and parallel to the floor and hold the position.

What does crunch hold help with?

Strength

What areas does crunch hold exercise?

Abdomen

How is crunch hold performed?

Isometrics

When should you avoid crunch hold?

Vertigo, Dizziness, Pregnancy, Osteoporosis, Herniated Disc, Sciatica, High Blood Pressure, Heart Condition

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