Cable Reverse Crunch

Cable Reverse Crunch is a strength – resisted pelvic curl exercise involving Rectus abdominis. Use these steps to learn the movement and work with your coach to choose a suitable level.

Last updated: 2026-10-31 · DynPerformance

Primary muscles: Rectus abdominis
Secondary muscles: Iliopsoas, Transversus abdominis
Exercise type: Strength – resisted pelvic curl

Exercise technique

Attachment
Connect the ankle attachment to the low pulley and place a mat before it.
Lie down
Lie on your back with feet toward the pulley.
Alignment
Bend knees to right angles and align the cable with your legs.
Support
Hold hands lightly beside your head or balance them on the floor.
Curl
Draw your knees toward your torso while rotating your pelvis upward.
Pause
Pause when your hips lift slightly from the floor.
Lower
Slowly return your pelvis and knees to the starting right-angle position.

Key technique points

Secure the cuff snugly.
Match cable alignment to leg height.
Finish the leg pull with a pelvic curl.
Keep shoulders against the mat.
Do not swing your knees.
Maintain light starting cable tension.

Common mistakes

Pulling only from the hips

Do not draw knees closer while leaving the sacrum down and skipping the reverse curl.

Swinging against the load

Do not accelerate your legs to overcome a heavy cable.

Arching the lower back

Do not move thighs away beyond your control on return.

Slipping cuff

Do not continue while the ankle attachment rotates and changes the load line.

Pulling the neck

Do not press hands behind your head to help rise.

Dropping the hips

Do not release pelvic descent against the cable without braking.

Frequently asked questions