Interesting. I would like to suggest that stomach contractions can be done, and are effective, with out exhaling all of your breath and seeing how long you can go without breathing while holding the contraction. Try it, it might work for you and comment here positive or negative.
Another ting to think about while doing stomach vacuums or contractions is to throw your shoulders back and raise your chest. This adds additional stretch and resistance and, in my opinion, makes the exercise more efficient. Scott did this somewhat while doing the seated version. The best way to do this is the way that works best for you. Nice info - nice video.
GB
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MichaelS
May 12, 2018
If You scroll down You'll see another recommendation by Vince. But I'm guessing his recommendation is not for everyone because it could be a little to much.
http://physicalculturist.ca/stomach-vacuum/
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MichaelS
May 12, 2018
I may try messing with the stomach vacuum again myself. What I mentioned about my problems before was a combination of things. I have done them in the past with good success. The variation I used was one from Matt Furey which seemed to work the best for me. You start off standing but with hands on knees a leaning over. Take a breath, then breath out all Your air. Do the vacuum while lifting Your upper body up, creates a strong contraction.
One challenge that takes me a couple of times to get use to is my throat. Because of the damage my diary allergy has had on my throat the exhale part is a little funny. I know there is all differant ways that one can apply this to their routine. Scott recommends in between exercises which I think is a very good idea. Some recommend 10 reps per day and I'm sure there are other ways. I would think this all depends on ones goals with the vacuum. Greg would gave You the best results? How did You incorporate it into Your routine?
In Vince Gironda's abdominal course, don't remember the name of the course, he recommended them for the first 3 days before starting the other exercises. His recommendation for the 3 days was to do 10 sets of 10 reps 2 times a day. His version was leaning over a little with hands on something a little over knee height.
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Lionquest1
May 12, 2018
I wanted to watch the video before I commented on it. Very good tutorial on vacuums. Version 3 John Peterson told me about years ago. In retrospect, I wish I had spent more time on vacuums in years gone by, because they are very profitable to do on many levels: posture, digestion, back care, and overall strength. The mistake is to solely focus on exercises for the rectus abdominus.
Last year I did vacuums exclusively and lost a good bit off of my waist. This year I've been doing more traditional exercises such as sit-ups and leg raises and have added to my waist; albeit the abdominal muscles show more. So I'd say it was a trade off. You need to do vacuums as often as you do different types of crunches, sit-ups, or leg raises.
I hope others will see this video and rather than circularly arguing about what does or does not work, puts these techniques into daily practice. It will definitely make a difference in your overall health.
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Lionquest1
May 12, 2018
Ole Scott Herman. I like that guy. He is a little over the top, but to make it in the profession he's in, you have to be. Well built and well conditioned guy as well.
Isometrics work, great video.
Interesting. I would like to suggest that stomach contractions can be done, and are effective, with out exhaling all of your breath and seeing how long you can go without breathing while holding the contraction. Try it, it might work for you and comment here positive or negative.
Another ting to think about while doing stomach vacuums or contractions is to throw your shoulders back and raise your chest. This adds additional stretch and resistance and, in my opinion, makes the exercise more efficient. Scott did this somewhat while doing the seated version. The best way to do this is the way that works best for you. Nice info - nice video.
GB
If You scroll down You'll see another recommendation by Vince. But I'm guessing his recommendation is not for everyone because it could be a little to much.
http://physicalculturist.ca/stomach-vacuum/
I may try messing with the stomach vacuum again myself. What I mentioned about my problems before was a combination of things. I have done them in the past with good success. The variation I used was one from Matt Furey which seemed to work the best for me. You start off standing but with hands on knees a leaning over. Take a breath, then breath out all Your air. Do the vacuum while lifting Your upper body up, creates a strong contraction.
One challenge that takes me a couple of times to get use to is my throat. Because of the damage my diary allergy has had on my throat the exhale part is a little funny. I know there is all differant ways that one can apply this to their routine. Scott recommends in between exercises which I think is a very good idea. Some recommend 10 reps per day and I'm sure there are other ways. I would think this all depends on ones goals with the vacuum. Greg would gave You the best results? How did You incorporate it into Your routine?
In Vince Gironda's abdominal course, don't remember the name of the course, he recommended them for the first 3 days before starting the other exercises. His recommendation for the 3 days was to do 10 sets of 10 reps 2 times a day. His version was leaning over a little with hands on something a little over knee height.
I wanted to watch the video before I commented on it. Very good tutorial on vacuums. Version 3 John Peterson told me about years ago. In retrospect, I wish I had spent more time on vacuums in years gone by, because they are very profitable to do on many levels: posture, digestion, back care, and overall strength. The mistake is to solely focus on exercises for the rectus abdominus.
Last year I did vacuums exclusively and lost a good bit off of my waist. This year I've been doing more traditional exercises such as sit-ups and leg raises and have added to my waist; albeit the abdominal muscles show more. So I'd say it was a trade off. You need to do vacuums as often as you do different types of crunches, sit-ups, or leg raises.
I hope others will see this video and rather than circularly arguing about what does or does not work, puts these techniques into daily practice. It will definitely make a difference in your overall health.
Ole Scott Herman. I like that guy. He is a little over the top, but to make it in the profession he's in, you have to be. Well built and well conditioned guy as well.