Double Crunch

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Lift your knees and upper body together

How to Double Crunch

Starting Position

Lie on the floor, bend your legs, and place your hands behind your head.

Proper Form

1. Lie on your back and bend your knees.

2. Lift your upper body and knees at the same time.

3. Slowly lower down and repeat.

Breathing Technique

Exhale while lifting your body and inhale while lowering your body.

Precautions

Be careful not to bend your waist excessively when doing double crunches.

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How to Double Crunch

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

From the Community

Double Crunch Related Reading

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