I follow 8 minute ABS on you tube and saw massive improvement in fact the best in my life and I am 51 in just 2 weeks. These also look good exercises I do some of these from time to time,
@LePutaMadre You want a power ab workout... Lift some big azz weights! Heavy deadlifts and squats... Squat thrusts... Olympic lifting, if you'd like. Big, powerful abs come from challenging compound movements - NOT crunches or leg lifts. And if you want strong abdominal muscles that are able to handle those big compound movements, you need to do exercises that best utilize the abs - exercises that use the abs as a stabilizer and a brace - like the planks I'm describing! They are not fluff!
these are all great excercises, no doubt, but the crunch, when done correctly is far from useless and shouldn't be dropped from an ab routine IMHO. important to mix it up though.
@yashatono I do appreciate your opinion, but I have to continue to disagree. The purpose of the abdominal muscles is never to work in isolation. The superficial rectus abdominus works in conjunction with the deep ab muscles, the obliques, the hips & pelvis, the multifidus and other low back muscles to stabilize the spine in complex movements - in the real world, that is. Therefore, the best way to strengthen the "core" is to incorporate exercises that work spinal stability...
@yashatono Plus, an overworked rectus abdominus (from crunches) and an imbalance in quad to hamstring/glute strength (the quads are stronger muscles in most people) can create a kind of fascial sling that pulls downward on the chest and head... leading to neck pain and shoulder issues. I stay away from crunches w/ my clientele because IMO it's an antiquated exercise that doesn't need to be continued. Thanks so much for your comment!
I don't suggest that crunches should be anyones main abdominal excercise, but i just don't see enough reason to drop them alltogether as in moderation they won't lead to hunching you over.
I will watch your other videos and subscribe as there is obviously lots of things to be learned from your channel, but for me, the jury is out on dropping the crunch entirely.
@yashatono I can respect that. And, yes, I agree that there's no harm in doing them crunches in moderation. Thanks for subscribing - and feel free to leave any other comments you wish! I enjoy feedback :)
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I been frustrated- finished INSANITY and doing A 2nd round of p90x. I've been doing crunches everyday-, trying to change my lower abs, eattin right, stomach still looks the same, inches is coming off everywhere but the belly is the same. I did the lemonade diet over 15days, didn't drop anything from my stoamch!! whats wrong ! HELP
@brandon11140 Hey there! I totally understand your frustration, I do! The unfortunate news is that we can't determine where fat will be lost from our bodies. We can't 'spot reduce' by doing crunches or ANY ab exercise. Fat falls off from everywhere when you focus on increasing your activity and eating healthy - almost like how the paper towel roll gradually gets smaller as you slowly take away sheet after sheet. The place we most want to see fat loss often is the last place for fat to come off!
@brandon11140 But all is not lost! #1 - Training your abs is absolutely ESSENTIAL to overall strength, reduction of injury risk & total health. So, keep workin hard!
#2 - Interval training (switching b/w intense exercise bouts & less intense "active rest") has been shown to target belly fat. You may have already been doing some intervals w/ P90X - but maybe you've surpassed the challenge of those intervals & need to UP the intensity or challenge yourself with a completely new interval program.
@brandon11140 #3 - Your stalled results could also be the result of a slight hormonal imbalance &/or a food sensitivity that you are unaware of. Check out "Fat is Not Your Fault" on Google - Dr. Bryan Walsh is giving away an amazing report. And look for Elimination Diet 3.0 by Dax Moy. The successful London trainer is giving away a new version of his Diet on Monday - I'm doing it too! Maybe a new perspective on your diet (& a new understanding of what foods work best for YOU) will help!
Why drop the crunches? Isn't it better to know and do as much (working) ab exercises as possible (not at once), so that your body doesnt get used to it?
also, scooby from youtube sure has succes with crunches, so it must be a good exercise right? =]
The purpose of the ab muscles is to work in conjunction with the hip & back muscles- to stabilize the spine & control force during movement of the extremities. The abs are NEVER totally isolated in normal movement or intense training - so performing an isolation movement like crunches will not lead to any true measurable gains in core strength.
The "core" is best trained exactly the way it is used - as a stable, sturdy section that controls force and movement
@shenkeey And, yes, I agree with you that we should use as many creative core exercises as possible - this vid doesn't really touch on them all. But crunches are a waste of time.
I looked up scooby... He looks like a super strong dude, & I bet you anything that his 6 pack comes from the heavy compound exercises he does through bodybuilding & ST. Plus a sound diet. Keep in mind- the bodybuilding mindset loves isolation. But if we want to have a highly functioning body, isolation isn't optimal.
@deliberatemovement But isn't there a difference in power training and pumping your muscles, like...crunches are pumping your muscles, so you dont gain power, but your muscles grow? because I read everywhere that crunches are very effective (yet i myself dont do crunches that often)
Power training involves developing quick force. Sprinting, jumping, throwing. Yes, your core is working to transfer forces quickly. Strength training involves muscle growth & developing strength. But your core also transfers/controls force in ST. Think of a squat, deadlift, bent over row...
Muscles don't just grow & become stronger when you shorten them. Isolating a muscle might lead to a bit of growth, but how well will it carry over into actual USABLE muscle strength?...
@shenkeey I can tell you - I was a high level gymnast for 15 years, and we never did any sort of crunches. I've got a rock hard stomach and can show you definition if my diet is in order :)
Crunches have been shown to cause neck and shoulder problems if used excessively (b/c the muscles end up pulling the rib cage downward and reducing thoracic mobility). Unfortunately, you've heard so much about them because people just keep repeating what they hear from outdated research and programs.
I follow 8 minute ABS on you tube and saw massive improvement in fact the best in my life and I am 51 in just 2 weeks. These also look good exercises I do some of these from time to time,
FatShanWingChun 3 months ago
Want to loose that bloated look? Follow this girl's advise!
Heavy crunches give you that thick gut look. Planks are the best!
Thank you for the great vids... you have stunning legs and bum.
VonVladimierVoltar 9 months ago
@VonVladimierVoltar Thanks, my friend! Great to have your support. And I never mind compliments ;) Cheers!
deliberatemovement 9 months ago
You're doing a lot of hoover for inner abs, u know we men need some power ab workout to get em big.
LePutaMadre 9 months ago
@LePutaMadre You want a power ab workout... Lift some big azz weights! Heavy deadlifts and squats... Squat thrusts... Olympic lifting, if you'd like. Big, powerful abs come from challenging compound movements - NOT crunches or leg lifts. And if you want strong abdominal muscles that are able to handle those big compound movements, you need to do exercises that best utilize the abs - exercises that use the abs as a stabilizer and a brace - like the planks I'm describing! They are not fluff!
deliberatemovement 9 months ago
scooby has better abs than you and he does crunches, lol.
Darude356 9 months ago 2
@Darude356 For sure he has rockin' abs! But I can tell you that they don't come from those crunches at all. But thanks for the comment :)
deliberatemovement 9 months ago
She keeps calling this "the stomach"!! WHAT?!
spartacus3 10 months ago
these are all great excercises, no doubt, but the crunch, when done correctly is far from useless and shouldn't be dropped from an ab routine IMHO. important to mix it up though.
yashatono 1 year ago
@yashatono I do appreciate your opinion, but I have to continue to disagree. The purpose of the abdominal muscles is never to work in isolation. The superficial rectus abdominus works in conjunction with the deep ab muscles, the obliques, the hips & pelvis, the multifidus and other low back muscles to stabilize the spine in complex movements - in the real world, that is. Therefore, the best way to strengthen the "core" is to incorporate exercises that work spinal stability...
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@yashatono Plus, an overworked rectus abdominus (from crunches) and an imbalance in quad to hamstring/glute strength (the quads are stronger muscles in most people) can create a kind of fascial sling that pulls downward on the chest and head... leading to neck pain and shoulder issues. I stay away from crunches w/ my clientele because IMO it's an antiquated exercise that doesn't need to be continued. Thanks so much for your comment!
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@deliberatemovement
Thanks for a detailed and polite response.
I don't suggest that crunches should be anyones main abdominal excercise, but i just don't see enough reason to drop them alltogether as in moderation they won't lead to hunching you over.
I will watch your other videos and subscribe as there is obviously lots of things to be learned from your channel, but for me, the jury is out on dropping the crunch entirely.
- Steve
yashatono 1 year ago
@yashatono I can respect that. And, yes, I agree that there's no harm in doing them crunches in moderation. Thanks for subscribing - and feel free to leave any other comments you wish! I enjoy feedback :)
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
Great video! I am happy to say I do 3 out of 5 as well as some crunches very slowly on a ball with a 10 lb weight. Thanks for sharing!
twobeavers 1 year ago
@twobeavers Thanks, my friend! So glad you have enjoyed this vid and the others as well :)
Now, you've got quite an entertaining site! I've enjoyed perusing your relationship vids, for sure.
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
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tkb7911 1 year ago
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I been frustrated- finished INSANITY and doing A 2nd round of p90x. I've been doing crunches everyday-, trying to change my lower abs, eattin right, stomach still looks the same, inches is coming off everywhere but the belly is the same. I did the lemonade diet over 15days, didn't drop anything from my stoamch!! whats wrong ! HELP
brandon11140 1 year ago
@brandon11140 Hey there! I totally understand your frustration, I do! The unfortunate news is that we can't determine where fat will be lost from our bodies. We can't 'spot reduce' by doing crunches or ANY ab exercise. Fat falls off from everywhere when you focus on increasing your activity and eating healthy - almost like how the paper towel roll gradually gets smaller as you slowly take away sheet after sheet. The place we most want to see fat loss often is the last place for fat to come off!
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@brandon11140 But all is not lost! #1 - Training your abs is absolutely ESSENTIAL to overall strength, reduction of injury risk & total health. So, keep workin hard!
#2 - Interval training (switching b/w intense exercise bouts & less intense "active rest") has been shown to target belly fat. You may have already been doing some intervals w/ P90X - but maybe you've surpassed the challenge of those intervals & need to UP the intensity or challenge yourself with a completely new interval program.
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@brandon11140 #3 - Your stalled results could also be the result of a slight hormonal imbalance &/or a food sensitivity that you are unaware of. Check out "Fat is Not Your Fault" on Google - Dr. Bryan Walsh is giving away an amazing report. And look for Elimination Diet 3.0 by Dax Moy. The successful London trainer is giving away a new version of his Diet on Monday - I'm doing it too! Maybe a new perspective on your diet (& a new understanding of what foods work best for YOU) will help!
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
Why drop the crunches? Isn't it better to know and do as much (working) ab exercises as possible (not at once), so that your body doesnt get used to it?
also, scooby from youtube sure has succes with crunches, so it must be a good exercise right? =]
shenkeey 1 year ago
@shenkeey Great question.
The purpose of the ab muscles is to work in conjunction with the hip & back muscles- to stabilize the spine & control force during movement of the extremities. The abs are NEVER totally isolated in normal movement or intense training - so performing an isolation movement like crunches will not lead to any true measurable gains in core strength.
The "core" is best trained exactly the way it is used - as a stable, sturdy section that controls force and movement
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@deliberatemovement Alright, thanks =]
shenkeey 1 year ago
@shenkeey no prob, man!
Nice guitar work, btw :)
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@shenkeey And, yes, I agree with you that we should use as many creative core exercises as possible - this vid doesn't really touch on them all. But crunches are a waste of time.
I looked up scooby... He looks like a super strong dude, & I bet you anything that his 6 pack comes from the heavy compound exercises he does through bodybuilding & ST. Plus a sound diet. Keep in mind- the bodybuilding mindset loves isolation. But if we want to have a highly functioning body, isolation isn't optimal.
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@deliberatemovement But isn't there a difference in power training and pumping your muscles, like...crunches are pumping your muscles, so you dont gain power, but your muscles grow? because I read everywhere that crunches are very effective (yet i myself dont do crunches that often)
sorry, for my bad english by the way
shenkeey 1 year ago
@shenkeey No worries
Power training involves developing quick force. Sprinting, jumping, throwing. Yes, your core is working to transfer forces quickly. Strength training involves muscle growth & developing strength. But your core also transfers/controls force in ST. Think of a squat, deadlift, bent over row...
Muscles don't just grow & become stronger when you shorten them. Isolating a muscle might lead to a bit of growth, but how well will it carry over into actual USABLE muscle strength?...
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@shenkeey I can tell you - I was a high level gymnast for 15 years, and we never did any sort of crunches. I've got a rock hard stomach and can show you definition if my diet is in order :)
Crunches have been shown to cause neck and shoulder problems if used excessively (b/c the muscles end up pulling the rib cage downward and reducing thoracic mobility). Unfortunately, you've heard so much about them because people just keep repeating what they hear from outdated research and programs.
deliberatemovement 1 year ago
@deliberatemovement well thanks alot for the explanation, it helped me alot. ill make a new workout in the morning i guess :)
oh, and thanks for the kind words about my videos :P
shenkeey 1 year ago
It was a good reminder Kim. I'm addicted to crunches and they do work. But I concur with your emphasis on working the core with planks. Thanks!
Tuoranga 1 year ago
wat a nice ass man
MrFeyzeek 1 year ago
nice ass!
junejohn 2 years ago
thanx 4 the video!!!, and, you r guapisima!!
lenny497 2 years ago
Great! I'm currently doing the Two Hundred Sit-Ups program but when I finish it I'll surely start using your tips. :)
vampirometaleiro 3 years ago
Kim...Awesome video. Thanks for the 'tough love' regarding abs. Looking forward to stronger abs!
nyfxtrader 3 years ago