Abs Ranked by Science
Every rep backed by EMG research.
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Strength
- Per session
- 20 min
- Sessions
- 1
- Exercises
- 6

About this routine
A 6-exercise core routine built entirely from EMG research. Every exercise was selected based on the ACE-sponsored study at San Diego State University that measured actual muscle activation. No filler — just the movements proven to fire your abs the hardest. Suitable for intermediate lifters who want efficient, science-backed core training 2-3x per week.
The sessions
01
EMG-Ranked Core Circuit
6 exercises · 20 min
- Bicycle Crunch3 × 20
- Captains Chair Leg Raise3 × 15
- Cable Kneeling Crunch3 × 15
- Reverse Crunch3 × 15
- Decline Crunch3 × 15
- Front Plank with Twist3 ×