McGill Crunch

MCGILL CRUNCH

This is a core strengthening exercise that modifies the conventional crunch to minimize lumbar compression. Lie down on the floor in a crook lying position but having one leg straight and the other knee bent with the foot flat on the floor. Place both hands below the small of the low back and complete a crunch by lifting your upper back off of the floor.

Muscles Involved:

  • Rectus Abdominis

Related Conditions:

  • Mechanical Low Back Pain

  • Acute Low Back Pain

  • Nonspecific Low Back Pain

  • Core Endurance

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