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Vertical Leg Crunch Abdominal Exercise

Vertical Leg Crunch Builds Ababdominal Strength

By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com

Updated: May 09, 2008

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Vertical Leg Crunch

Vertical Leg Crunch

E. Quinn
The vertical leg crunch is another effective move for the rectus abdominis, the external obliques and internal obliques.

How to Do it

  • Lie on your back and extend the legs up with knees slightly bent.
  • Contract your abs so and raise up until your shoulder blades leave the floor.
  • Keep your chin up; don't pull on your neck.
  • Keep the legs in a fixed position.
  • Lift your torso toward your knees.
  • Lower and repeat for 12-16 reps.

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