Do Crunches Without Straining Neck?
"You Should Always Keep Your Gaze to Your Horizon, Keeping Your Chin Down and Pulled Slightly Back as If You're Holding a Ball Under Your Chin. This Will...
"You should always keep your gaze to your horizon, keeping your chin down and pulled slightly back as if you're holding a ball under your chin. This will prevent you straining the front of your neck, which happens often with any ab exercise," Ostrowska said.
How do I stop pulling my neck when doing sit ups?
Place your hands on the back of your head, where it attaches to your neck. Point your elbows to the sides of the room. Keep your hands light on the back of your head and the elbows open wide. Never tug or fold your neck.
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Why does my neck hurt doing crunches?
What's the common problem when it comes to sit-ups and crunches? The main reason that people suffer from neck ache when they're performing ab exercises is poor form – and it comes down to the fact that you are probably not crunching from your abdominal muscles.
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