Adductor Squeeze Crunch
Exercise Overview
The adductor squeeze crunch is an exercise that combines core bracing with hip adductor activation. Start by lying in a crook lying position (knees bent with feet flat on the floor) with a yoga block or foam roller held between your knees. Squeeze the yoga block between your knees with max effort during this exercise. Complete a crunch by lifting the upper back (including the shoulder blades) off of the floor. Exhale as you lift your upper back off of the floor. Return to a rested position while inhaling with the diaphragm.
Muscles Involved
coretransversus abdominisrectus abdominiship adductorspectineusadductor longusadductor brevisadductor magnusgracilisback strain / pulled backmechanical low back painextension intolerant low back paindiastasis recti (late stage rehab)posterior pelvic girdle pain syndromesacroiliac joint syndromegroin strain
Related Conditions
Mechanical Low Back PainGroin StrainDiastasis Recti (Late Stage Rehab)
