What equipment do you need for the reverse crunch?

The reverse crunch is a bodyweight exercise and needs no equipment.

What is a good reverse crunch?

For men, a good reverse crunch is about 64 reps, the Gold (intermediate) standard in Kovo. Beginners manage around 12 reps, and the Champion standard is 155 reps. For women, it runs from about 7 reps to 131 reps. The tier table above lists every rank.

Core · Bodyweight

Reverse Crunch

How to do the reverse crunch, the muscles it works, and the mistakes to avoid. Pulled straight from the Kovo app's exercise library.

Equipment: Bodyweight
Difficulty: Beginner
Logged as: Weighted reps
Movement: Core Hold
Mechanic: Accessory

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How to do it

Lie on your back with legs bent and feet off the floor. Curl your hips towards your chest by engaging your core, then lower back down.

1Press your lower back into the floor and curl your hips toward your chest so you feel your lower abs contracting
2Use a slow, controlled motion and let your tailbone lift slightly off the floor
3Keep your head and shoulders relaxed as you focus on your core

Common mistakes

Don't swing your legs or use momentum to lift your hips
Avoid arching your lower back or straining your neck
Don't pull your knees too far toward your chest; keep the movement small and precise