How to Do Cable Crunch: Muscles Worked & Proper Form

Muscles Worked in Cable Crunches

Primary muscles worked:

• Abs

Secondary muscles worked:

• Obliques

How to Do Cable Crunches

1. Fasten a rope handle in the upper position on a cable pulley. Sit down on your knees a few feet away, facing the pulley.
2. Bend your upper body forward by contracting your abs. Hold the ropes on either side of your head throughout the movement.
3. Reverse the motion and return to the starting position with control.

Commentary

The cable crunch is an exercise where you have a little more control over the resistance compared to regular crunches, and also get a good range of motion.