A six-pack is the highlight of a toned physique. The search for a piece of equipment that will deliver the coveted six-pack prompts companies to come up with countless programs and pieces of equipment. The Cross Crunch is a piece of abdominal equipment sold through infomercials. The Cross Crunch claims to give you that toned midsection you desire without all the work associated with floor crunches.
The Facts
The Cross Crunch machine is a black, double handled, Y-shaped piece of abdominal equipment designed to work all the musculature of the stomach from a seated position. It comes with two small pieces that can be inserted to add 50 to 75 lbs. of resistance. When placed in front of the body, the machine extends from the top of the shoulders to the hip. It can be purchased online or at major retailers such as Walmart.
Function
The Cross Crunch was designed to eliminate the stress on the back and neck associated with floor crunches. According to the makers of the Cross Crunch, floor crunches only work the upper abdominal muscles. With the Cross Crunch, you can work the lower abs, upper abs and the obliques from a comfortably seated position. The added resistance is designed to ensure that you get a challenging workout.
Features
The Cross Crunch machine comes with two pieces that insert into the Cross Crunch to add resistance of 50 and 75 lbs. The package also includes a training schedule with meal plan, and fat burning cardio workout in VHS or DVD format. The current price for the Cross Crunch package, in 2009, is $29.99.
Benefits
Unlike other abdominal trainers, the Cross Crunch workout can be done from a seated position. This seated position works well for someone suffering from chronic back pain. Working the abs from a seated position also takes the stress off the neck. The ability to add resistance makes the Cross Crunch stand out from other pieces of abdominal equipment. Added resistance ensures a more challenging workout for the abdominal area.
Expert Insight
According to ACE fitness expert, Jessica Matthews, the abdominal region is the most difficult area to trim. Only regular strength and cardio training--coupled with a healthy diet--will unearth that coveted six pack that we all desire. The Cross Crunch is not the silver bullet, but with regular cardiovascular training and a healthy diet, it may help you tone your abdominal region.
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