Season 3 · Episode 155
155. What are the best ab exercises? With Raphael Bender
Pilates Elephants · Raphael Bender
July 6, 202332m 4sExplicit
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Show Notes
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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