Facing back, sitting on the box, place legs in long straps. Start to bicycle crunch. Make sure knots are on the outside (this exercise may be challenging on the Elina due to a shorter long strap – if so, ask clients to flex feet and place the straps around the ankles instead).
1R, 1B, 1Y.
Down or up.
Long Box.
Exhale to lift, inhale to lower.
Develop muscular strength in the abdominis, pelvic floor, and obliques. Scapular and pelvic stabilisers, strengthen hip flexors as prime movers. Lastly, educate about breath connected to movement.
Progression: Add springs.
Regression: Fewer springs or option to bicycle crunch without straps.