Does it really have to be so difficult to find some good ab workouts? There is so much to choose from, so how will you know what is good? Let me give you some pointers to keep in mind when working your abs, and some great ab workouts.
1. If it doesn't feel like your abs are working, it's very unlikely that actually are. While you are doing the exercise you should be able to feel your abs pushing or pulling.
2. Think while you are doing. Think about your abs while you are doing the exercise, to make sure you are using the right muscles. If you are using the momentum of the exercise, or pulling with your arms and legs, you're cheating.
3. Get off from the floor. By using an exercise ball when doing your ab workouts you will strengthen your core, and not just one specific muscle. Your body will use more muscles to help you keep your balance, and prevent you from falling on the floor.
4. Here are some great ab workouts for you to try:
Toe Raises. Lie flat on the floor, with your hands on your hips. Lift your legs straight up, with your toes pointing towards the ceiling. Slowly lower. Do 15 repetitions.
V-Sit. This is a real killer. Lie flat on the floor. Keep your hands by your sides. Lift up your torso and legs at the same time, creating a V. The goal is to only have your buttocks touching the floor. Slowly lower and go back to start position. Try to do 10 repetitions.
5. Most important of all is your Diet. It's the food you have been eating that has made the body you have today. Give your body what it wants and needs ? whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables and lean meats. Always remember to drink a lot of water.
6. Have a balanced workout. All your muscles need to be trained for optimal result. If you are working your abs, you mustn't forget your back, and so on.
7. Always have an aerobic workout program as a routine. If your goal with ab workouts is a ripped six-pack, or maybe just toned abs, you need to lower body fat percentage.
Use these seven tips, and you will get the best out of already good ab workouts. - 15438
1. If it doesn't feel like your abs are working, it's very unlikely that actually are. While you are doing the exercise you should be able to feel your abs pushing or pulling.
2. Think while you are doing. Think about your abs while you are doing the exercise, to make sure you are using the right muscles. If you are using the momentum of the exercise, or pulling with your arms and legs, you're cheating.
3. Get off from the floor. By using an exercise ball when doing your ab workouts you will strengthen your core, and not just one specific muscle. Your body will use more muscles to help you keep your balance, and prevent you from falling on the floor.
4. Here are some great ab workouts for you to try:
Toe Raises. Lie flat on the floor, with your hands on your hips. Lift your legs straight up, with your toes pointing towards the ceiling. Slowly lower. Do 15 repetitions.
V-Sit. This is a real killer. Lie flat on the floor. Keep your hands by your sides. Lift up your torso and legs at the same time, creating a V. The goal is to only have your buttocks touching the floor. Slowly lower and go back to start position. Try to do 10 repetitions.
5. Most important of all is your Diet. It's the food you have been eating that has made the body you have today. Give your body what it wants and needs ? whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables and lean meats. Always remember to drink a lot of water.
6. Have a balanced workout. All your muscles need to be trained for optimal result. If you are working your abs, you mustn't forget your back, and so on.
7. Always have an aerobic workout program as a routine. If your goal with ab workouts is a ripped six-pack, or maybe just toned abs, you need to lower body fat percentage.
Use these seven tips, and you will get the best out of already good ab workouts. - 15438
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