HEALTHMAX
PRO
Exercise
Guide
9. Ab crunch - Exercises abdominals
(stomach)
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Finish
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Adjustments - attach ab roller to leg extension unit; choose either
the inner or outer position for the handles on the ab roller
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Resistance - adjust the front cylinder to 1; adjust the rear cylinder
to desired intensity level
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Starting position - begin the exercise lying on the bench with head
comfortably placed on the ab roller head pad; knees should be bent and
feet flat on the bench; hands gripping the handles; hips should be tilted
up so your low back is pushed slightly into the bench
Exercise motion - contract your abdominals so your head and
shoulders curl up and your low back pushes farther into the bench then
return to the starting position; try not to allow your arms to do the work
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