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Revolutionize Your Core Workout with These Exciting Crunch Variations

Are you tired of the same old crunches that only target your surface-level abdominal muscles? It’s time to shake things up and discover new ways to strengthen your core. From mermaid to spiderman crunches, these innovative moves will add excitement to your fitness journey and help you build a truly strong core.

Target Deeper Muscles with Mermaid Crunches

Lie on your right side, with your right arm bent for support and your left arm overhead. Bring your legs together and slide them a few inches in front of you. Exhale, engage your core, and lift your legs and left arm to meet at a 45-degree angle. Bend your knees and elbow toward your chest to crunch. Repeat for 15-20 reps, then switch to your left side.

Elevate Your Workout with Bridge Crunches

Start by lying on your back with your hands on the ground by your sides. Tuck your knees in toward your chest as you slightly lift your hips off the floor. As you lower, extend your legs long to hover off the ground. If you feel your low back arching, slide your hands under your butt for extra stability!

Unleash Your Inner Spiderman with Spiderman Crunches

Start in a high plank position with hands directly under your shoulders. Keeping a strong plank, bring your right knee toward your right elbow to crunch. Step the right foot back and repeat for 15-20 reps before switching to the left side. Take it to the next level by adding a push-up as you draw your knee toward your elbow!

Take Your Workout to New Heights with Standing Side Crunches

From standing, step your right leg out about a foot or two. Reach your right arm overhead and lean slightly to the left. Raise your right knee and bend your right elbow to meet at rib-height. Repeat for 15-20 reps, then switch sides.

About the Author

Katie Dunlop, creator of Love Sweat Fitness, is a NASM certified trainer who has helped millions of people achieve their fitness goals. With her Hot Body Guides and Guiltless Nutrition Lifestyle & Recipe Book, Katie shares her expertise and inspires others to live a healthy and balanced lifestyle.