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Loadable ab work beats endless crunches. See the proof.
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Right now Cable Crunch ranks first, with an overall score of 94 from the research rubric. It’s followed by Machine Crunch and Ab Wheel Rollout. The best choice for you depends on your equipment and how it feels on your joints, which is why every exercise links to alternatives.
Why it ranks: Loadable spinal flexion: the abs finally get progressive overload like any other muscle.
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