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How to Perform the Reverse Crunch

 

Muscles Worked: Abs, lower back.

Starting Position
You will need a mat or carpet for this exercise. Lay down on the mat on your back. Lift your feet up in the air, as close to 90 degrees as possible.


Action
INHALE: Push your feet up to the ceiling, as high as you can, while keeping your core muscles tight. Your buttocks should come off the ground.
EXHALE:Return to the starting position.


Tips
Keep your abs tight. If this is too difficult, lower your legs slightly, but go as high as you can. Be patient, as this is a difficult exercise that you will definitely improve on with practice.


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Jacques Courseault, M.D. is a physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He has many years experience as a personal trainer in which he performed thousands of fitness consultations. Was the Co-Founder of a non-profit weight loss program, and Contributing Writer for DrGourmet.com and Livestrong.com. He is a strong believer that small, practical changes in nutrition and exercise habits can lead to great results…