This time your arms will go straight, extended above your head. Throughout the reps, your arms should remain straight above your head
Now, lift your back or upper body off the floor to crunch. Make sure your feet remain flat on the floor while you crunch.
Get back to the initial position
Repeat
Reverse crunches: This is an easier version of crunches, basically for those having problems with the back. This type of crunches does not exert much pressure on the back.
Lie on the floor against your back and lift the heels off the floor to reach the chair position.
Now using the pelvis, pull your knees towards the chest and lift your hip off the floor, such that the toes of your feet point towards the ceiling.
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