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A clear verdict on the risk-to-benefit ratio of abdominal crunches remains elusive.
Practitioners should be aware of the ongoing debate regarding the effectiveness and safety of abdominal crunches.
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WHILE A CLEAR VERDICT ON THE RISK-TO-BENEFIT RATIO REMAINS ELUSIVE.
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Abdominal Crunches Are/Are Not a Safe and Effective Exercise
Brad J. Schöenfeld et al. · Strength and conditioning journal · 2016
DOI 10.1519/ssc.0000000000000263
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