Cable Side Crunch

Standing side-on to a high pulley with the handle held at the ear, the trunk bends sideways down toward the stack and straightens.

How to do it

Setup

Standing side-on to a high pulley, feet hip-width, the near hand holding the handle beside the ear, elbow bent.

Steps

Bend sideways down toward the stack, the ribs closing on that side.
Keep the elbow fixed; the trunk pulls the cable.
Straighten up slowly against the pull.

Common mistakes

Pulling the handle down with the arm: it only holds the handle at the ear. Leaning forward instead of sideways: keep the chest facing ahead. Hips sliding out: keep them over the feet.

Breathing

Exhale on the crunch, inhale returning.