Bench Supported Tabletop Crunch (Bodyweight)

Also known as: Bench Supported Tabletop Crunch (Bodyweight).

A crunch with the lower legs resting on an elevated bench support.

How to perform this exercise

1. Lie with head and back supported by a flat abdominal bench, hips and knees about 90 degrees, calves resting on the raised padded leg support. Hands lightly beside head.
2. Curl shoulder blades off bench while pelvis and calves remain supported, then lower gently. Do not sit fully upright or pull on neck.