Setup and loading
Arms crossed over your chest or at your sides.
How to do the stability ball crunch step by step
- Lie with your lower back on the stability ball and your feet planted on the floor.
- Let your torso stretch back.
- Curl your torso forward and return under control.
Form cues
- Use the stretch at the bottom
- Neck still
Common mistakes
- Moving the ball with your legs
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Sets and reps for your goal
Core & Stability
3 x 8-15 or 20-45 s3-4 sets of 20-45 seconds or 8-12 slow reps. Rest 45 to 60 seconds.
Neutral spine, tight abs and controlled breathing. Progress in time or leverage before adding weight.
A guide for healthy adults. Adjust the load to your level and see a professional if you have an injury.
Check your form
Film yourself from the side or ask someone to watch, then tick what you get right.
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Sports it suits
Gear for this exercise
- Stability ballPick the diameter for your height (55-65 cm for most people).
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