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Machine crunch: how to do it

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Back on the pad, feet on the supports

  1. Starting position

    Sit in the machine with your feet on the supports, back against the pad and hands on the handles.

  2. The movement

    Curl your torso and bring your chest toward your hips, pause briefly and return slowly to the start.

Most common mistake

Don't just bend at your hips, round your back and bring your ribs toward your hips.

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