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Crunch: how to do it

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Lie on your back, feet on the floor

  1. Starting position

    Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet on the floor, and hands resting lightly by your head.

  2. The movement

    Curl your torso and lift your shoulder blades off the floor, then lower slowly back down.

Most common mistake

Don't pull on your neck, keep your hands light and lift with your abs.

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