Cable Seated Crunch
Expert Advice
Focus on contracting your abs throughout the movement rather than pulling with your arms.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a rope handle to a high pulley cable machine and select the desired weight.
- Sit on the floor with your feet flat and knees bent, facing the cable machine.
- Hold the rope with both hands and bring it down to either side of your head.
- Contract your abs to curl your torso downward, bringing your elbows towards your thighs.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension in your abs.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Seated Crunch primarily targets the Abs, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Abs100%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Seated Crunch work?
Cable Seated Crunch primarily targets the Abs. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Seated Crunch?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Seated Crunch suitable for beginners?
Cable Seated Crunch is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
