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Sit-ups vs. crunches: Which exercise builds stronger abs?

• Sit-ups target your abdominal muscles, back muscles, and hip flexors, while crunches only target your abdominal muscles. • Neither sit-ups nor crunches alone burn abdominal fat. Overall activity and ...

‘Why I stopped doing sit-ups and started doing these 5 simple core exercises instead’

Want to run better? Stop doing sit-ups – here are five expert-recommended functional core movements to do instead.

If You Can Do This Many Sit-Ups After 55, Your Core Endurance Is Exceptional

Sit-up test after 55: A board-certified wellness coach shares benchmarks for men and women, plus safe form tips to improve.
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Forget crunches and sit-ups: This beginner-friendly core crusher abs workout builds strong muscles without them

I don't believe that sit-ups or crunches are must-haves in any core routine. In fact, I steer away from them in favor of other functional core exercises that build a strong midsection, and this "core ...