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Weighted abdominals crunch

	Weighted crunch - This exercise can be performed with a twist at the top. Turning slightly will stress the oblique muscles of the waist.
	What you need for Weighted abdominals crunch : An exercise mat A weight or medicine ball

how to do it

Adopt a position on your back lying on the exercise mat. Place your feet near your feet

Hold a weight against your chest and your feet flat on the floor towards your bottom

From this start position curl your chest towards your knees using the strength of your stomach muscles only

Exhale. Hold for a count of two before slowly lower yourself on the count of four to the start position. Pause briefly and repeat

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