Forget crunches and sit-ups: This beginner-friendly core crusher abs workout builds strong muscles without them

Sit on an exercise mat and engage your core. Lean backward to create a V-shape position. If you want to, lift your feet away from the ground and either bend your knees or straighten your legs. Engage ...
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Sit-ups vs. crunches: Which exercise builds stronger abs?

Sit-ups target your abdominal muscles, back muscles, and hip flexors, while crunches only target your abdominal muscles. • ...
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This is how many sit-ups you should do every day for real results

The classic sit-up is a workout staple. Whether you've become all too familiar with the movement in your weekend HIIT class or eked out those last few reps while following a home workout video, you've ...
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Forget sit-ups — use this 10-minute standing abs workout to build a strong core

While classic core exercises like sit-ups and crunches are certainly an effective way to train your abs, they are not the only way. If you prefer to stay standing for your workouts, then this ...