What are some good workouts for your abbs ?

United States
March 18, 2011 6:22pm CST
i've been trying to get fit for summer for long time now. I really want to have a six pack but sadly i wont be able to. I dont know if i do the workouts bad or it's just that i need another workout. Any suggestions ?
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@jazzsue58 (2666)
19 Mar 11
I'm a personal trainer. First thing to remember is - a six pack means minimal body fat. A lot of photoshopping is done in mens mags to put definition where there isn't any - like in womens zines where lines etc are made to go away. Secondly, endless sit-ups and crunches don't work at all. You need to hit the deep inner transverse (core) muscles plus the obliques. People tend to pull on their necks - your body needs to come up with your elbows back and head looking straight ahead, chin away from chest. There's a device called an ab cradle which will nest your head and put your body in the correct position - get a good quality one. Really, there's no magic exercise, it's all about diet and technique, but everything starts with the core muscles. The all round ab strengthener is the "plank" - go into the push-up position then just hold it stationary, back straight. Keep breathing. Maintain 20 seconds or more - you can rest on your elbows to make it easier. Hope this helps!
• United States
19 Mar 11
hey thanks a lot. This was very helpful. I didnt know most of this things.
• United States
19 Mar 11
I am definitely not a fitness expert but am very physically fit. My suggestions are diet, exercise and healthy eating. Here is an article that help with some further tips: Not a referral link http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/bestabexercises/a/betterabs.htm Cheers to sexy strong abs!