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Exercise 3760 · REF eXFXCY0

Lever Seated Crunch V. 2 exercise animation

Lever Seated Crunch V. 2

Category
Waist
Target
Abs

This crunch machine variation adjusts the pad or lever setup from the standard version but keeps the same core idea — loaded, resisted spinal flexion in a fixed, controlled arc. Useful for lifters who've plateaued on bodyweight ab work and need external resistance to keep progressing.

How to Do the Lever Seated Crunch V. 2

  1. Sit on the leverage machine with your back against the pad and your feet secured under the footpads.
  2. Place your hands on the handles or the sides of the seat for support.
  3. Engage your abs and slowly crunch forward, bringing your chest towards your knees.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, squeezing your abs.
  5. Slowly return to the starting position, allowing your back to round slightly.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Lever Seated Crunch V. 2 primarily targets the Abs, with Obliques as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Hip Flexors.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have leverage machine? These target the same abs with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Lever Seated Crunch V. 2 work?
The Lever Seated Crunch V. 2 primarily targets the abs, with the obliques and hip flexors assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Lever Seated Crunch V. 2?
The Lever Seated Crunch V. 2 is done with a leverage machine.
What's a good alternative to the Lever Seated Crunch V. 2?
If you don't have access to a leverage machine, the 3/4 Sit-Up targets the same abs using body weight instead.