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Dumbbell Crunch

willy123 Posts: 11 Joined: 2005/05/30	2007/02/11, 05:13 PM I just recently started using a dumbbell as weight when doing crunchs, im just wondering is it ok if i hold up the dumbbell a little or do i have to place it right on my chest?

Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2007/02/11, 05:40 PM holding it up Partially is good. Eventually you can use a bbell. -------------- A little discipline at the table and at the gym might help reduce that belly! Ivan Montreal Canada (City of Festivals)
willy123 Posts: 11 Joined: 2005/05/30	2007/02/11, 05:52 PM oh ok thanks for the info but what i meant is when im holding it up a little, does that work the same way as placing it directly on your chest.
SFGiantsMVP Posts: 1,533 Joined: 2005/12/04	2007/02/11, 06:09 PM I just grab a 45 pound plate and hold it in forearms and palms facing up above my chest and go with 3 sets of 15. -------------- Knock-Um Down & Keep-Um Down!
dgjesu3 Posts: 104 Joined: 2006/11/13	2007/02/17, 02:55 AM It's best to hold the dumbbells or plate behind your head, to allow your abdominals do the work.