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I set aside two days a week to devote to abdominal/core trunk strength. Every movement your body makes originates in your trunk. A weak trunk makes for a weak body. That said; I complete a variety of ab exercises. Incline situps are an excellent way to target your abs; however be aware that ab work that "binds" your feet (such as the incline bench, where your feet are locked in place/secured) may put undue stress on your lower back. I do not encounter a problem, however I have worked with clients who have.

I had posted a link previously that reported the results of a study that concluded sit-ups on the swiss/resistance ball were the most beneficial ab isolation exercise.

When you do abs; switch it up and have fun. I used to hate doing them until I researched it, found some fun exercises and saw how much more effective my weight routine became.

Try swiss ball situps and crunches, hanging knee raises, roman chair leg raises, standard sit ups, bridges, etc.
 
Thanks. Still unclear though, how do Roman Chair situps compare with incline or are they about the same? Different motion.
 
I would say a roman chair sit up gives you just a little bit greater range of motion, but it's negligible. I would suggest situps on the swiss ball as they have been proven to be the most effective.
 
Situps and crunches focus on the upper abdominals (even though all three areas are hit with these movements).

Roman Chair focuses on the lower abdominals.

The short answer is you need to do both. Do Roman Chair first, because your lower abs burn out quicker than your uppers.

-Rip
 
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