The Frog Crunch is an abdominal exercise that targets the muscles in the core, particularly the rectus abdominis. This exercise helps to improve core strength, stability, and overall muscle tone in the abdominal region.
How to perform
To perform the Frog Crunch, follow these step-by-step instructions:1. Lie on your back on a mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
2. Place your hands behind your head, elbows pointing outwards.
3. Engage your core muscles by pulling your belly button towards your spine.
4. Lift your feet off the floor and bring your knees out to the sides, like a frog position.
5. Inhale and bring your elbows towards your knees as you lift your head, neck, and shoulders off the floor.
6. Exhale and slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips for proper form:
- Keep your lower back pressed into the mat throughout the exercise to protect your spine.
- Focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift and lower your upper body, rather than pulling on your neck with your hands.
- Avoid using momentum to swing your body up and down – control the movement with your core muscles.
- Keep your feet in the frog position throughout the exercise to engage your inner thigh muscles as well.
Equipment required
Body Weight
Body weight equipment includes items like resistance bands, stability balls, and suspension trainers. These tools are used for a wide range of exercises that focus on strength training, flexibility, balance, and stability. They are commonly used in bodyweight exercises that utilize the resistance of one's own body to build muscle and improve overall fitness.