What’s The Best Ab Exercise? Infomercial Products Tested
In recent years, a host of infomercial products and exercise videos have preyed on people’s desire for a toned midsection. And any avid exercisers are quick to share their own favorite recipes for abdominal success. But what is the best, most efficient route to tighter abs? A recent study conducted by the Biomechanics Lab at San Diego State University reveals a unique look at 13 of the most common abdominal exercises, ranking them best to worst
After extensive data collection and analysis, Dr. Francis and his researchers found that exercises that require constant abdominal stabilization, as well as body rotation, generated the most muscle activity in the obliques.
Topping the list of the most effective exercises was the bicycle maneuver, followed closely by the second ranked, captain’s chair. As for home exercise equipment, crunches on an exercise ball ranked highest—coming in third overall
