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	Abdominal and lower back exercise apparatus - Patent 5931768 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The abdominal exercise apparatus of claim 1 further comprising means for adjusting the resistance on the user's abdominal muscles during the lifting of the head end of the rigid member, and at least two reference strips on the upper surface.
		The abdominal exercise apparatus of claim 7 wherein the means for adjusting the resistance comprises two sets of strap connectors spaced apart along the length of the rigid member and two straps for connecting to the strap connectors.
		The abdominal exercise apparatus of claim 7 wherein the means for adjusting the resistance comprises a second pivot member having a different height than the pivot member for replacing the pivot member to enhance the negative lowering of the rigid member to exercise and strengthen the spinal erector muscles and stretch the abdominal muscles.
	www.freepatentsonline.com /5931768.html (4993 words)

	Abmat - The Exercises - Decline Reverse Crunch Twist
		These exercise the large muscle groups at a level that is not too intense to keep up for 20 minutes or more: for example, a run rather than a sprint.
		Exercise is now widely valued for its strong abs capacity to instil a feeling of well-being; as well as boosting energy output, it discharges mental stress and physical tension and improves self-esteem.
		The problem with doing Reverse Crunches Twist is that you must lift the entire weight of your legs and hips with the little used lower section of the abdominals, while focusing on twisting.
	www.abmat.co.uk /ex_drev_crunch_twist.htm (1167 words)

	Welcome to Prostyle.us (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		While it is important to exercise through the full range of motion, it is also crucial not to overstretch or to exercise in overextended positions.
		Unlike aerobic exercises, oxygen is not the limiting factor during the exercise, since energy is pulled from other sources in your body -- phosphagen and lactic acid.
		For all Stretch n’ Crunch exercises, be sure to stretch out and pull in tightly in a steady and controlled manner so that you will reap the maximum training benefits of the exercise.
	www.prostyle.us /stretchcrunch_exercises.shtml (3513 words)

	What Kind of Abdominal Exercises Should I Do to Get Six-Pack Abs?
		As for differentiating the upper and lowers, it was found that the subjects could not trigger a contraction in one particular part of the abs, but rather that the upper and lower abdominals act as a sheath.
		Because the hip flexor muscles work during ab exercises (which might take a way from the work of the abs), the researchers measured that, too, and found that the exercise ball, even though it did not generate the most activity in the rectus abdominis and obliques, did generate significantly less activity in the hip flexor.
		They reported that because of this, the exercise ball may be the best overall ab exercise of the exercises studied.
	www.webmd.com /content/article/52/50283 (1088 words)

	Crunch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Crunch (exercise), a strength training exercise for the abdominal muscles.
		CRUNCH (graffiti artist), a New York City subway graffiti artist.
		CRUNCH (programming block), a collection of television programs, aired on YTV during Saturday mornings.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Crunch (151 words)

	Abdominals Demystified (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		With crunches, it makes no difference whether your feet are on the floor or in the air, if your legs are straight or bent, if you are lying on an incline, or if you are doing a sit-up or a crunch.
		Exercises in which the legs are pulled toward the chest at the same time you are performing a crunch, or ones that involve lowering the legs, have been shown to increase the overall activity of the abs beyond what only a crunch exercise can do (2-5).
		Studies DO show that exercises which incorporate the legs as mentioned before may increase the activity and contribution of the lower region of the abdominal muscles, as well as the oblique muscles on the side (the love handles) (2-4,6).
	www.senecapt.com /_articles/Abdominals_Demystified.htm (1164 words)

	Exercises for a Flat Tummy
		Exercise will tighten the muscles, but if there is excess fat, it won't spot reduce it.
		Crunch on Exercise Ball: Sit on the ball with your feet flat on the floor.
		They reported that because of this, the Exercise Ball might be the best overall ab exercise of the exercises studied.
	www.webmd.com /content/article/72/81868.htm (838 words)

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	Abdominal Crunches - Exercise For The Abdominals
		This is the simplest exercise for the abdominal region.
		The typical crunch is taught by instructing you to simply roll your upper torso forward.
		The crunch is an exercise that can be done in what looks like a correct manner but resulting in no meaningful work.
	www.fitstep.com /Library/Exercises/Crunches.htm (1235 words)

	WebAerobics - Your Global Destination for Aerobics
		Unlike the old-fashioned "sit up," which involved keeping the legs straight and lifting the upper body all the way up, the newer crunch is a smaller, more precise movement that does not strain the back.
		To work the obliques, the muscles on the sides of the stomach, perform the crunch at alternating angles, reaching with the shoulder (not the elbow) across the body to the opposite knee.
		Do these exercises two to three times daily for optimum results says Hamilton, who advises her patients to crunch in bed.
	www.webaerobics.com /news/stories/crunches.html (762 words)

	How to Do an Abdominal Crunch - eHow.com
		For a more advanced crunch, hold lightweight plates (1 to 10 lbs.) on your chest or hold the plate behind your head as you support your head.
		The proper ab crunch - According to Kendall and Kendall, two muscle groups are responsible for the torso curl or sit-up: Hip flexes and abdominals.
		To strengthen the abs they state that initially place a small roll under the knees, rotate the pelvis posteriorly so that the arch in the lumbar spine region is flat, and then do the torso curl.
	www.ehow.com /how_3191_abdominal-crunch.html (815 words)

	The Best and Worst Abdominal Exercises (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Each was put through a battery of exercises, including the traditional crunch, modified crunches, partial body-weight exercises and exercises using both home and gym exercise equipment.
		Each of the 13 exercises was ranked for muscle stimulation in the rectus abdominus (the long, flat muscle extending the length of the front of the abdomen) and the obliques (the long, flat muscles extending along the sides of the abdomen at an angle).
		If you do a crunch, researchers found you are better off doing a vertical crunch (which ranked number four on the list of most effective ab exercises for the rectus abdominus) or a reverse crunch (which ranked number three for strengthening the obliques).
	www.adventisthealthcare.com /AHC/Atoz/hl/fit/star/alert05222001.asp (1289 words)

	Crunch Your Way to a Stronger, Tighter Midsection
		The best exercise to tone and strengthen the upper abdominals is also the easiest: the basic crunch.
		And, with 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise, three times per week, you'll be on your way to a leaner and healthier midsection.
		ACE FitnessMatters, the bi-monthly magazine from the American Council on Exercise (ACE), is the source for the most accurate, up-to-date fitness information you need to live a healthy, active life.
	www.nutrawize.com /Crunch.htm (641 words)

	Exercise-ball crunch Muscle & Fitness - Find Articles
		Due to the relatively poor stability of the exercise ball, holding weights in your hands or on your chest may impair your balance and range of motion.
		This exercise is beneficial in all sports that require forward movement of the torso.
		The abs are highly activated when throwing for speed or hitting powerfully, so their recruitment is crucial for pitching, passing a football, throwing a javelin, serving a tennis ball, heading a soccer ball and serving and spiking a volleyball.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0801/is_6_66/ai_n13785822 (681 words)

	Best and Worst Abdominal Exercises (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		They were put through a battery of exercises, including the traditional crunch, modified crunches, partial body-weight exercises and exercises using both home and gym exercise equipment.
		Overall, the top three abdominal exercises were bicycle maneuver, captains chair and crunch on exercise ball.
		According to the researchers, although crunches on an exercise ball generated less activity in the obliques and rectus abdominus than some of the other exercises, the exercise also generated significantly less activity in the thigh muscle, making it more targeted to the abs and the best overall exercise.
	www.24hourfitness.com /html/fitness/articles/abs (707 words)

	Six Pack Abs - How to do the Crunch exercise
		But while exercise is certainly preferable to the sofa-bound lifestyle, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) warns that people who fail to use proper form while performing abdominal exercises run the risk of injury.
		This exercise is done by starting with the arms at the sides and slowly curling up, beginning with the head and neck, raising up until the shoulder blades leave the floor.
		This exercise is performed with the stomach toward the floor and the body extended.
	www.rentaldecorating.com /all_i_want_for_the_new_year.htm (636 words)

	4FitnessTips.com - Fitness Tips (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		If you want to do aerobic exercise, there is a wealth of material available for you to help you to get the ideal workout, shed pounds, and feel healthier than you ever have before.
		While I was gathering facts for this article on asthma and exercise, I was surprised that some of the issues I thought were settled are still being actively discussed.
		While exercise can bring on an asthma attack, it is also a recognized part of any asthma treatment plan.
	4fitnesstips.com (632 words)

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	How to Do a Reverse Crunch - eHow.com
		For an easier reverse crunch, lift one leg at a time while the other leg's knee is bent and its foot is flat on the floor.
		Reverse Crunch, Crunch - Since spinal flexion is the primary function of the abdominal muscles (abs), any exercise must focus on this (while trying to minimize the effect of the much stronger hip flexors).
		I am in the process of developing a piece of equipment that will facilitate the correct execution of this exercise, which is the very best of all abdominal exercises.
	www.ehow.com /how_16237_reverse-crunch.html (701 words)

	How to do the Top Ab Exercises Correctly
		Below are instructions on how to do the top abdominal exercises as determined by the study.
		This is an advanced form of the basic crunch.
		If you cannot do this crunch with proper form, begin with the traditional crunch and progress to the long arm crunch when you are ready.
	www.acefitness.org /getfit/abstudy_top.aspx (1086 words)

	Crunch - fitness exercise for rehabilitation
		As with the hip exercises, the phrase 'proximal stability, distal mobility' applies.
		It means that if you want lower leg ('distal') mobility you need to stabilise higher up in the hip and trunk ('proximal').
		The 'crunch' strengthens and balances the trunk musculature.
	www.kneeguru.co.uk /html/gym/general/middle/crunch.html (75 words)

	Ab Exercise - Abdominal Crunch Exercise
		Exercise will firm the abdominal muscles and diet will help you lose the extra weight and flab.
		Here are a few easy exercises for anyone who wants to flatten the tummy.
		Do the exercises in the same order: first the head lifts, then shoulder lifts, then the curl-ups and finally, the abdominal crunch.
	www.clearleadinc.com /site/exercise_abs.html (394 words)

	Amazon.com: Crunch: Brand New Butt / Exercise: Video: Crunch (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Janis Saffell is one of the better videotape instructors around; her directions are clear yet not condescending, her tone is motivational without being overly perky, and her exercises are easy to follow.
		The beginning exercises, which warm up your legs, are followed by four sections of lower body movements--two sets standing, two sets on the floor--and the tape closes, of course, with a cool-down.
		I bought an abs video by crunch several years ago and still own it today.
	www.amazon.com /Crunch-Brand-New-Butt-Exercise/dp/6303930298 (1052 words)

	Video: Upper & Lower Abdominal Exercises from ExpertVillage (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Expertise: Jacob Garcia is a certified personal trainer with both the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
		This exercise is a great exercise for the whole entire abdominal family, which includes erectus abdominus and the oblique muscles.
		For this exercise all you need is an exercise mat, so let's go ahead and start off by lying on your back with your feet flat against the mat and your knees bent at about a 45 degree angle.
	beauty.expertvillage.com /videos/abs-bicycle-crunch.htm (324 words)

	One exercise for total abs Muscle & Fitness - Find Articles
		In fact, researchers have found that a simple modification to everyone's favorite ab exercise, the traditional crunch, can turn it from a rectus abdominis exercise into a great oblique and transverse abdominis exercise.
		Scientists found that the crunch emphasized the rectus abdominis when subjects were given rectus instructions: "Push your belly button out by tightening your stomach muscles.
		Focus on drawing your ribcage down and in while you curl up." But the same crunch exercise stressed the external and internal obliques more than the rectus abdominis when test subjects followed oblique instructions: "Try to suck in your stomach to move your belly button toward the floor.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0801/is_6_65/ai_n6029656 (418 words)

	YOUR HEALTH
		No matter how much exercise you do, you will not lose weight or excess fat if you eat more than you burn.
		Start aerobic exercise 3-5 times per week for 25-30 minutes.
		Muscle is important because it is the engine that burns calories (and fat), and it also helps maintain metabolic rate.
	members.tripod.com /giokpin/your_health_stomach.htm (812 words)

	Worldguide: Strength Training Exercises
		A neutral pelvic tilt is performed by shifting the hips upward and backwards, thus pressing the lower back into the floor or exercise mat.
		4.Begin the exercise by lifting the upper torso upwards and across the body, towards the knee that is crossed over the opposite leg (concentric contraction).
		Begin the exercise by placing a dumbbell or weight plate in the hands, behind the base of the neck for cervical support or on the chest wall.
	www.worldguide.com /Fitness/stex.html (1126 words)

	90
		With the 90-degree ab crunch, you are using two different weights to pull, as opposed to one weight to pull with a standard abdominal crunch.
		With the standard crunch, your upper body supplies the weight that your abdominals has to pull up.
		With the 90-degree ab crunch, you will also have the legs in position to act as a weight resistance or leverage disadvantage.
	www.akard.com /90_degree_abdominal_crunch.htm (438 words)

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