The main potential downside is that ankle weights do not have the highest weight limits compared to many of the other options on this list. More general benefits of ankle weights are that they are relatively budget-friendly, can be used in other exercises, are compact, are easy to take with you, and are easy to store at home. This is great for starting out and progressing in exercises like reverse crunches where the target muscles are not that strong. That also means you can’t drop them.Īdditionally, many ankle weights are adjustable in relatively small weight increments.
For reverse crunches, the great thing about these is that you don’t have to hold or clamp anything. Both in the gym and at home.Īnkle weights are simply ankle straps with extra weights. This is not necessarily bad but could distract you from really working your lower abs.ĭumbbells are a decent option for weighted reverse crunches but at the same time, you will likely prefer one of the other options on this list. Next, you have to engage your hip adductors (inner thigh muscles) a good amount during dumbbell reverse crunches. The main downside of that is that you could potentially drop the dumbbell which will definitely not be comfortable. To do this reverse crunch variation you have to clamp a dumbbell between your two legs. When it comes to the exercise itself, dumbbells are usable but not ideal. Mostly because basically every gym has a variety of dumbbells available. Dumbbell reverse crunchĭumbbell reverse crunches are generally the most popular option on this list. Luckily, there are still a few equipment options that allow you to do this. The main challenge with making this exercise weighted is that you have to “hold” the resistance with your feet. Reverse crunches are an effective movement but you may need weights to make them challenging enough.
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