Kneeling Cable Oblique Crunch

Learn how to do kneeling cable oblique crunch with a clear setup, controlled movement, and a technique you can repeat.

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How to do kneeling cable oblique crunch

  1. Connect a rope attachment to a high pulley cable and position a mat on the floor in front of it.
  2. Grab the rope with both hands and kneel approximately two feet back from the tower.
  3. Position the rope behind your head with your hands by your ears.
  4. Keep your hands in the same place, contract your abs and pull downward on the rope in a crunching movement until your elbows reach your knees.
  5. Pause briefly at the bottom and rise up in a slow and controlled manner until you reach the starting position.
  6. Repeat the same downward movement until you're halfway down, at which time you'll begin rotating one of your elbows to the opposite knee.
  7. Again, pause briefly at the bottom and rise up in a slow and controlled manner until you reach the starting position.
  8. Repeat the same movement as before, but alternate the other elbow to the opposite knee.
  9. Repeat for the planned repetitions, stopping when control changes.
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Kneeling Cable Oblique Crunch: muscles worked

Primary focus: abdominals and trunk.

Better reps before more weight.

Start with a version you can control. Record the same setup and range each time. Add reps or a small load increase when you can repeat the movement without changing the technique.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you do kneeling cable oblique crunch?

Connect a rope attachment to a high pulley cable and position a mat on the floor in front of it. Grab the rope with both hands and kneel approximately two feet back from the tower. Position the rope behind your head with your hands by your ears.

What muscles does kneeling cable oblique crunch work?

Kneeling Cable Oblique Crunch primarily trains the abdominals and trunk. The exact demand depends on your setup, range, and chosen load.

What is the best technique for kneeling cable oblique crunch?

Set the trunk position before beginning the movement or hold. Use the intended trunk action rather than arm or leg momentum. End the set when the position changes; longer is useful only while you keep control.

What can I do instead of kneeling cable oblique crunch?

Related options include Bosu Cable Crunch With Side Bends, Cable Crunch, Cable Reverse Crunch. These can have different equipment, range, and movement demands. Open the guides below to compare the setups before choosing a replacement.

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