Can someone explain precisely how to do "crunches" (they're like sit-ups right?) thanks!?

Answer 1

Lay on the floor on your back like you are sitting in a chair. Cross your ankles if you like. Put your fingers behind your ear, cross them over your chest, or put your hands on top of your head (anywhere that you won't use them to try and pull yourself up... that causes neck injuries). Now, lift your neck and shoulder blades off the ground about 3-4 inches, hold it one second, and release. Keep doing that, those are "good" crunches.

You can also do this laying on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

Answer 2

Lay on your back, and keep your feet flat on the floor. Cross your arms over your chest (prevents pulling). Tighten your stomach muscles. Now try to sit up. You should only be able to raise yourself 2-4 inches off the floor. Hold this position for a count of 5, lower yourself SLOWLY to the floor. Repeat.

If this is done properly, you should only be able to do 10 to 12 reps.

I also recommend leg lifts and/or flutter kicks for your lower abs.

Answer 3

yes, but instead of going all the way up, just go half way. i reccomend you to get an ab lounge instead!