Place your hands behind your head lightly supporting it with your fingers or cross them over your chest.
Engage your core and slowly lift your upper body, keeping your lower back on the ground and your eyes focused on the ceiling to avoid neck strain.
Hold this position at the top for a moment, then slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions while keeping your abdominal muscles engaged throughout the exercise.
Pro Tip
Engage Your Core: The key to an effective crunch is engaging your core muscles. Avoid the mistake of using your neck or shoulders to lift your upper body. Instead, focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your shoulders off the ground. Controlled Movement: Avoid fast, jerky movements. Make sure your movements are slow and controlled. Lift your upper body off the ground, pause at the top of the movement to really engage your abs, then slowly lower back down. Breathing: It's important to breathe correctly when performing crunches. Inhale as you lower your body and exhale as you