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The Versadics Pro is a dual-plane disc designed for multiple training challenges. The flatter surface provides stability for less challenging exercises, and the beveled bev·el  
n.
1. The angle or inclination of a line or surface that meets another at any angle but 90°.

2. Two rules joined together as adjustable arms used to measure or draw angles of any size or to fix a surface at an angle.
 surface increases instability for a greater challenge. It can be used for leg exercises, lunges, abdominal abdominal /ab·dom·i·nal/ (ab-dom´i-n'l) pertaining to the abdomen.

ab·dom·i·nal
adj.
Of or relating to the abdomen.

n.
An abdominal muscle.
 training, pushups, and other exercises.

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Publication:Physical Therapy
Date:Nov 1, 2005
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