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Reaching Crunch

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Difficulty

Medium

Equipment Needed

None

Starting Position

Lying on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

Procedure

 
  1. Lift your upper back and shoulders off the ground while reaching with one hand towards the rear of your foot.
  2. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat with the other arm.
  3. Repeat for the suggested number of repetitions.

Coaching Keys

 
  • Keep your eyes focused on a point above you on the ceiling.

You Should Feel it...

In your obliques and stomach

Exercise Purpose

Increases abdominal strength which improves stability and endurance on the slopes.

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