Sit-Ups Vs. Crunches—Here’s Which Is Better

Plus, which move is more effective for strong abs.

Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Reveals ABS Challenge Strategy

Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Reveals ABS Challenge Strategy ...

Dodgers Still Among Worst in Majors in ABS Challenges

The Los Angeles Dodgers sit second in the Cactus League at 10-7 this spring, but are still struggling with a key new element in 2026.

MLB’s new ABS challenge system was made for Guardians leadoff hitter Steven Kwan

Kwan is one of the best in baseball at knowing the strike zone and could use the ABS challenge system to his advantage this season.

What is 'ABS,' and how is Terry Francona preparing Reds for it?

ABS (automated balls and strikes) is the tech-heavy solution for players to challenge umpires' rulings on balls and strikes ...

‘Why I stopped doing sit-ups and started doing these 5 simple core exercises instead’

This is your sign to switch up your core routine ...

I swapped crunches for this abs exercise and my core feels stronger already

I first spotted the move on his social media, and it immediately stood out. You start in a plank position with your hands on ...

What we’re seeing in Phillies camp: A new outfielder, Johan Rojas, ABS and more

Why was Keaton Anthony, a first baseman, hanging out with the outfielders in left during BP? The move is a worthwhile ...

Why I Stopped Doing Sit-Ups and Started Doing These Core Exercises Instead

Exercises like dead bugs help lengthen and strengthen the hip flexors in a controlled position, which improves form and can help offset the effects of sitting too much, adds Dickinson. Lie faceup, ...

Not sit-ups, planks, or crunches: I do this simple Pilates exercise every single day to build a strong and stable core and work on my hip flexor mobility

While exercises like sit-ups and crunches work the rectus abdominis, or "six-pack" muscles, this simple-looking exercise ...

Yankees to be ‘aggressive’ with ABS challenges: ‘We want to be the best at it’

If Tuesday was a sign of things to come, the Yankees are going to be fairly successful when using MLB’s automated ball-strike challenge system this season.
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In his 1st AB, Lewis pummels Minnesota's 1st homer of spring

Royce Lewis' offseason work is already paying off. Lewis homered in his first at-bat of 2026 on Saturday, pummeling a 2-2 ...