Crunches , sit ups or leg raises

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by Bazzel, Sep 25, 2012.


  1. Bazzel

    Bazzel Guest

    Which is better and why?
    Ive heard conflicting stuff about sit ups being bad for the back. Also, Ive read that crunches are ineffectual.

    The only back pain ive experienced with trying to train my abs, is with leg raises. So I avoid them.

    My aim is to be as strong as possible.

    Any advice appreciated
     
    Bazzel, Sep 25, 2012
    Bazzel, Sep 25, 2012
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  2. bballchump11

    bballchump11 2011 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    I'll save you the trouble

    [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tmN66e8WvE&feature=relmfu[/ame]
    [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISfOhGqF0Gs&feature=related[/ame]
     
    bballchump11, Sep 25, 2012
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  3. viru§™

    viru§™ Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    It's funny how much boxers will work their abs but neglect their lower back.
     
    viru§™, Sep 25, 2012
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  4. bballchump11

    bballchump11 2011 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    I used to do that and I've learnt my lesson :-(
     
    bballchump11, Sep 25, 2012
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  5. Primadonna Kool

    Primadonna Kool Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Direct ab work is for girls.
     
    Primadonna Kool, Sep 25, 2012
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  6. JDK

    JDK Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Very true.
    Would you mind throwing a few drills my way which do not require much equipment?
     
    JDK, Sep 25, 2012
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  7. Bazzel

    Bazzel Guest

    How come? Whats better for building strong abs?
    I dont give a **** about toning or sixpacks
     
    Bazzel, Sep 26, 2012
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  8. Jdsm

    Jdsm Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I've seen people go through full 'ab workouts' and barely stimulate abs.
     
    Jdsm, Sep 26, 2012
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