How to Do Reverse Crunches

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Lie on the floor with your legs straight out in front of you.

   Stretch out your arms straight on either side of you, like wings, to provide stability during the exercise.
   
   If it's more comfortable, you can bend your elbows and lock your fingers behind your head.
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   Step 2: Bend your knees and lift your feet.

   Your thighs should be perpendicular to the floor, while your lower legs are parallel to the floor.
   
   Your legs should create a 90 degree angle.
   
   Keep your feet together. , Rock your knees toward your face and tip your feet toward the sky.
   
   This should be done as you roll your pelvis backwards to lift your hips up off the floor.
   
   Tense your abs as you lift your legs.
   
   You should feel your abdominal muscles working to move your legs over your torso. , Do not drop your legs quickly.
   
   Lower them in a controlled manner as you exhale. , Rest, then do another set.
   
   Repeat until you've completed 3 to 5 sets. , In order to start seeing/feeling results, aim to do 3 to 5 sets 2 to 3 days a week for 7 weeks.
   
   For faster results, increase the number of sets and times per week you do this exercise.
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   Step 3: Inhale and pull your legs towards your torso.

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   Step 4: Exhale and lower your legs back to starting position.

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   Step 5: Do 15 to 20 repetitions.

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   Step 6: Do the exercise often for best results.

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