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Electromyographic Analysis Of Abdominal Muscle Activity Using Portable Abdominal Exercise Devices And A Traditional Crunch, Stuart Rugg
Stuart Rugg
The purpose of this study was to compare the abdominal muscle activity elicited while using 4 portable abdominal training devices vs. a traditional crunch. Thirty-three adults participated in this study. The exercise devices tested included the Ab Roller Plus, Torso Track 2, AB-DOer Pro, and the Perfect Abs. All subjects were tested on the Perfect Abs in both a seated and supine position using low-, medium-, and high-resistance bands. The Torso Track 2 was also tested at low- and high-resistance settings. Surface electromyography (EMG) was recorded from the upper and lower portions of the rectus abdominis, external oblique, and the …
The Inter Allied Games Of 1919, Don Morrow
Physical Fitness & Wellness, Donald Morrow