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Model No. WEMC00280
IMPORTANT 
PRECAUTIONS
¥ Read all precautions and instructions
in this manual before using the AB 
CRUNCH TRAINER II and use only 
as described.
WEIDER is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
¥ It is the responsibility of the owner to
ensure that all users are adequately 
informed of all precautions and 
instructions. 
¥ If you feel faint, dizzy, or short of
breath while exercising, stop immediately and begin cooling down.
¥ Before you begin this or any exercise
program, consult your physician. This 
is especially important for persons 
over the age of 35 or persons with preexisting health problems. ICON 
assumes no responsibility for personal 
injury or property damage sustained 
by or through the use of this product.
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USERÕS MANUAL
Congratulations for purchasing the innovative AB 
CRUNCH TRAINER II from WEIDER. The AB 
CRUNCH TRAINER II is a compact trainer that focuses 
on your abdominalsÑto give you a shapelier figure and 
increased overall fitness. And the AB CRUNCH TRAINER 
II is lightweight and portable perfect for use at home, at the 
office, or while traveling. Used as part of a program that 
includes aerobic exercise, strength training, and a proper 
diet, the AB CRUNCH TRAINER II will help you to look 
better and feel better in only minutes a day. Before using
the AB CRUNCH TRAINER II, please read this manual completely. 
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there are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee you 
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Suggested StretchesAssembly
Beginning Exercises
Advanced Exercises
#10 x 1.13Ó
Bolt
#10 
Hex 
Nut
Head Pad
Holes
Head Tube
Slide an Arm Tube onto the Head Tube. Align the holes in 
the Head Tube with the holes in the Arm Tube. The 
Handgrip of the Arm Tube should slant toward the opposite side of the AB CRUNCH TRAINER II. Insert a #10 
x 1.13Ó Bolt from the bottom of the AB CRUNCH 
TRAINER II. Tighten a #10 Hex Nut onto the Bolt. Make 
sure that the Hex Nut seats into the hex hole in the top of 
the Arm Tube. Attach other Arm Tube in the same manner.
Arm Tube
Handgrip
AB CRUNCH TRAINER II Use
The AB 
CRUNCH 
TRAINER II 
offers a variety 
of exercises 
that shape your 
upper abdominals, oblique 
abdominals, 
and lower 
abdominals. 
The photographs in this manual show the correct form 
for each exercise. If desired, attach this manual to the 
wall for reference.
The exercises in this manual are divided into two 
groups: Beginning and Advanced. Start with the beginning exercises, and progress at your own pace. Be careful not to overdo it during the first few weeks of your 
exercise program. It is better to increase the number of 
repetitions you do than to advance to more difficult 
exercises too quickly.
To get the most from your exercise, proper form is important. Use your abdominal muscles to pull yourself up. 
Keep your head on the head pad and the small of your 
back on the floor. If necessary, raise your hips slightly.
Upper
Abdominals
Oblique
Abdominals
Lower
Abdominals
Begin and end each workout with a few minutes of 
stretching. Stretching prepares the body for exercise by 
increasing the body temperature, heart rate, and circulation. After exercise, stretching allows the heart rate to 
return to normal and the muscles to cool down gradually. Stretching is also effective for increasing flexibility. 
The correct form for three basic stretches is shown 
below. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever bounce.
1. Hamstring Stretch
Extend one leg 
and rest the 
opposite foot 
against it as 
shown. Reach 
toward your 
toes and hold 
for 15 counts. 
Repeat 3 times 
for each leg.
2. Toe Touch Stretch
Stand with 
your knees 
bent slightly as 
shown. Relax 
your back and 
shoulders as 
you reach 
down toward 
your toes. Hold 
for 15 counts. 
Repeat 3 times.
3. Quadriceps Stretch
Place one hand 
against a wall 
and grasp one 
foot with your 
other hand as 
shown. Hold 
your foot as 
close to your 
buttocks as 
possible, and 
hold for 15 
counts. Repeat 
3 times for 
each leg.
Be sure to stretch for a few minutes before you begin. 
Keep plenty of water nearby as you exercise, and drink 
periodically to avoid dehydration. 
1. Basic Crunch
This exercise 
targets the 
upper abdominals. Lie on 
the floor and 
bend your 
knees as 
shown. Place 
your hands 
near the upper 
ends of the 
handles. Curl up to about a 45¡ angle, and then lower 
yourself to the starting position. This completes one repetition. Perform 10 to 15 repetitions.
2. Crunch with Raised Feet
This exercise 
focuses on the 
lower abdominals. This 
exercise 
should be performed in the 
same way as 
the Basic 
Crunch, 
except your 
feet should be held off the floor during the exercise. 
Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.
3. Oblique Crunch
This exercise 
is for the 
oblique 
abdominals. 
Perform this 
exercise in the 
same way as 
the Basic 
Crunch, but 
turn your 
knees to the 
side as shown. Complete 5 to 7 repetitions, change your 
knees to the opposite side, and then perform another 5 
to 7 repetitions.
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2
3
The following exercises are designed to further improve 
your strength, tone, and flexibility. Remember to stretch 
for a few minutes before you begin.
4. ÒLÓ-Crunch
This exercise 
is for the 
upper abdominals. 
Straighten 
your legs and 
raise them as 
shown. Curl 
up to about a 
45¡ angle, and 
then lower 
yourself to the 
starting position. Keep 
your legs 
raised 
throughout 
the exercise. 
Complete 10 to 15 repetitions.
5. Scissors
This exercise 
focuses on the 
upper and 
lower abdominals. Start 
with your legs 
raised and 
parted about 
the width of 
your shoulders. Curl up 
to about a 15¡ angle. This is the starting position. Cross 
your ankles as shown in photograph 5; then return to the 
starting position. Complete 10 to 15 repetitions, alternately crossing the right ankle above the left, and then 
the left ankle above the right.
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