Crunch with vertical legs and touch of the ankles
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This exercise is very effective for strengthening the entire abdominal fascia, with particular focus on the upper area of the rectus abdominis.
The muscle strengthening that this type of exercise performs will also increase the strength and ability in performing aerobic activities such as swimming, running and walking. The "crunch with vertical legs and touch of the ankles" also helps a lot in correcting the posture and balance of the body.
How to do it
- 1Lie on the ground with opened arms and legs perpendicular to the body.
- 2Lift your torso by contracting your abdomen and at the same time try to touch your ankles with your fingertips.
- 3Return slowly to the starting position by relaxing the abdominal muscles.
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Folding excessively your legs when lifting the bust. This error results in a considerable decrease of the load on the abdominal fascia.
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