Raising and lowering the upper body in a supine position (trunk bend) ► crunch

Partner work

1 trainee & 1 helper ► Note change of position
(= double the time required; for lesson planner see Organisation Kraft: Info button Execution)

Exerciser: Lie on your back, legs slightly bent and heels up, hold the loops of the elastic bands with outstretched arms slightly above head height (hands together), raise your upper body and move your outstretched arms forwards and upwards towards your knees against the resistance of the elastic bands (torso bend).
Partner: Hold the gymnastics bar on the floor behind the exerciser.

Attention:
Keep tension on the elastic bands at all times (do not fully lower your upper body), head in a neutral position (no double chin).

Lighten:
Select less strong elastic bands, roll up the elastic bands less or keep a shorter distance from your partner.

Harden:
Select stronger elastic bands, roll up the elastic bands more or keep a greater distance from your partner.

1 gymnastic stick with elasticated strap