Place your hands behind your head, lightly supporting it with your fingers, and keep your elbows out to the sides.
Engage your core and lift your upper body, curling your shoulders towards your pelvis while keeping your lower back on the floor.
Pause at the peak of the crunch for a moment, then slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for your desired number of repetitions, ensuring to maintain controlled and steady breathing throughout.
Pro Tip
**Focus on Your Core**: When performing a crunch, make sure you're using your abdominal muscles to lift your upper body off the floor, not your neck or shoulders. A common mistake is to jerk the head and neck up, which can lead to injury. Instead, focus on contracting your abdominal muscles and lifting your shoulder blades off the ground. **Controlled Movement**: Make sure your movements are slow and controlled. Avoid the temptation to use momentum to lift your body. This not only reduces the effectiveness of the exercise but can also lead to injury.