Foam roller reverse crunch with medicine ball helps increase mobility and strength in the core. The exercise specifically targets the lower abdominals and hip flexors.
Instructions
Lie on the floor with your knees bent to 90 degrees and squeeze a foam roller under them. Place a medicine ball over your head and grip the sides for support. This is your starting position.
Brace your core and raise your hips and knees toward your head, making sure to keep tension on the foam roller the entire time. Pause at the top briefly before lowering back down to the floor.
Trainer’s Tips
Keep the foam roller tight to your body throughout.
Make sure you raise your hips off the floor at the top of the movement. Make sure you contract your core hard to lift the hips.
