What muscles does the Standing Cable Crunch work?

The Standing Cable Crunch mainly works the abs.

How many sets and reps of the Standing Cable Crunch?

2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.

What can I do instead of the Standing Cable Crunch?

Ab Wheel Kneeling Rollout, Ab Wheel Rollout, Barbell Rollout and Bear Hug Carry work the same main muscle.

Standing Cable Crunch

Standing with the rope behind the head, crunch the ribs down toward the pelvis.

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Muscles worked: Abs
Equipment: Cable
Movement: Core

Sets and reps

2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds.
Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Kneeling Cable CrunchCable

Alternatives

Other exercises for the abs, for when the cable is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Standing Cable Crunch work?: The Standing Cable Crunch mainly works the abs.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Cable Crunch?: A cable.
How many sets and reps of the Standing Cable Crunch?: 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.
What can I do instead of the Standing Cable Crunch?: Ab Wheel Kneeling Rollout, Ab Wheel Rollout, Barbell Rollout and Bear Hug Carry work the same main muscle.

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