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Core · Isolation
Cable Crunch
Targets Core with an optimal working range of 12–20 reps.
Primary Muscles
Core
Typical Rep Range
12–20 reps
Core Dominant
Equipment Tier
Full Gym Access
Cable Machine
Movement Profile
Beginner · Bilateral
Plane: Sagittal
Coaching Cues & Execution
Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Cable Crunch:
- 1 Kneel below high pulley holding rope at temple level
- 2 Flex spine and curl ribs toward pelvis
- 3 Hold peak contraction before slowly returning
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:
- ✕ Sitting hips back onto heels instead of crunching core
- ✕ Pulling with arms instead of abs
Structured Programming
Programs Featuring Cable Crunch (1)
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