Is it mainly used for upper bossy exercises or does it also do anything for the abs?
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I've been using it for a few weeks now and have not noticed improvement to my abs. However I have noticed results in my upper body. Hope this helps.
60293
There is an accompanying brochure with various positions, and they claim to work on core, but I use only those that I like and it involves only arms - triceps and biceps.For me the core exercises with flexibar are not that effective, as, say, Pilates.
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It will definitely help you strengthen your abs! However, the first thing you'll notice is a nicely toned lower back, and live handles melting away. For a workout that targets the belly fat try regular crunches. Nothing better than that! I hope this helps.
1690254
I think if you wanna deeper workout for the abs ,the curved bar is for like you squeeze in your stomach at the same time you lift up both legs,I use the curve bars to do the women push-up,it makes me use my imagination for a better and more fun workout.
440504
Note I am not a personal trainer, but here is my experience. I keep my body straight at all times when using this. I find especially for pull exercises it does work the lower back. Really it gives a great all-over core workout. However, for lower back bodyweight training i find nothing comes close to back extensions.
1971597
It's one of the main reasons why I bought it. It works great for the incline sit-up.
735378
Since it's a machine that's cardio based, your waist and abs automatically get worked out. The key is to keep your abs engaged while you are using it.
565776
Yes, it strengthens and targets the core muscles. A stronger core will help the back.
826503
It also works for that,one of the cd's have a section and it is called hard-core abs. But if you just want one for abs and like hip-hop get shaun T's hip hop abs.i really recommend both if you are planning to buy something like this :)
1985481
The Ab doer machine does lean back to work on your lower back muscles. I use mine for waist and tummy.
1234787
It covers the lower abs but not the upper. Plus I have been doing it 3 to 4 times a week for almost 3 months now and I'm just starting to notice a slight difference; so that is takes 8 times for you to see a big difference is bull. I tried to return it but they refused me.
1976113
Mainly used for weightlifting exercises (squats, deadlifts) to support your back and abdomen. Some also use it during heavy lifting at work etc. for support as mentioned earlier.
1913725
Yes, but you have to be active so your core can get heated up and generate more sweat. It also helps with back aches from sit ups and crunches
1690252
I use them for pushups. Also using them for situps instead of overhead bar makes the resistance greater.
735380
Yes, mostly lower abs. If you make sure to twist a bit then your upper abs/obliques will get a workout.
1601273
If you do the exercises correctly, yes I did!! You have to really be conscious of using your abs and really feel it. I love it for abs.
206924
Well it was not designed for ab exercises. But you can do abs anywhere, so sure. The back will decline, so you could probably do some sort of declining situp. However, there is nothing to lock your feet into. Though you could probably wrap a rope or strap around the front mounted handle and then stick your feet into the strap.