Episode 155
155. What are the best ab exercises? With Raphael Bender
We all know teaser is awesome for your abs, and criss cross really works the obliques. But do they really?
Join me as I look at the science and physiology of ab strengthening. The results may surprise you!
Resources mentioned in the episode:
- Review of core activation in fitness exercises here
- Muscles are weakest in their fully shortened position here
- Stretch-induced muscle growth here and here
- Mechanical tension is the main stimulus for strengthening here
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