Which Ab Move Works Best?
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Standard Crunch
Looking to tone your tummy? The standard crunch may not be your best bet. Find out how the Pilates roll-up exercise can sculpt your abs.
The Pilates roll-up is 30 percent more effective than the standard crunch when it comes to targeting the rectus abdominis (the "six-pack" muscle), say researchers at Auburn University in Montgomery, Alabama. Because the move challenges your abs through a fuller range of motion, it recruits more muscle fibers.
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Pilates Roll-Up
- Lie back with legs straight and arms extended above head next to ears.
- Bring arms forward, tilt chin down, and slowly curl upper body up, reaching hands to toes.
- Repeat 8 to 10 times three times a week.
Originally published in Fitness magazine, October 2005.
This move is not good if u have lower back issues like me!
11/3/2009 09:01:12 PM Report Abuselove it
10/31/2009 08:15:43 PM Report Abusei totally agree
10/27/2009 11:30:10 AM Report AbuseI love the pilates roll up move!
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